Seborrheic dermatitis of eyelid

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My doctor diagnosed me with seborrheic dermatitis a little over a month ago. He prescribed Nizoral cream which I have been using ever since as well as exfoliating religiously. It hasn't got any better at all. I've looked in seborrheic dermatitis a little since then and I'm not sure it is the problem. I have flaky dry skin but no rash, it is only on my face..just my forehead and all over my cheeks. But not in the areas that seem to most common such as the nose, eyelids, eyebrows or ears etc.

if someone has seborrheic dermatitis patches around the lips and chin, does it means he has HIV, or is seborrheic dermatitis a common skin condition that affect many people.

Hello, Recently, before my exams, I have developed symptoms that can suggest, according to what I read on the Internet, a seborrheic dermatitis.

Hi there, I've had what the dr is calling seborrheic dermatitis of both eyes. It has spread to my scalp and ears. But my question is what else can be used to treat this around such sensitive areas as the eyelids and corners of the eyes besides steroids? I am currently on the neo/poly/dex opth. oint. I have to apply it every night to keep it at bay. Oh, I also do the warm moist washcloths to lids twice a day and clean twice a day with a Purpose-a mild cleanser.

-/ I also have seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp, eyelids, and ears. Is the tretinoin harmful to seborrhea and I should avoid getting it even close to the areas where the seborrhea outbreaks tend to occur, or could it possibly be helpful in some way? (I know not to apply it by my eyes, but what about near the scalpline, in the eyebrows, around the ears, etc.) Any tips on getting "over the hump" of it worsening my acne?

Hi, I was recently diagnosed with Seborrheic Dermatitis a month ago. I have been having electrolysis on my face and this is when it first appeared and only came after my electrolysis treatement. However after my 3rd treatment my skin cleared up for a week and then the Seborrheic Dermatitis came back again without any inflammation of electrolysis. I have been prescrbibed hydrocortisone cream 1%. I basically have 4 questions if anyone could help.

After 1 year 5 months of unprotected sex with an individual of unknown status and a negative test at 4 months post exposure, I was diagnosed with Seborrheic dermatitis today. 4 months ago I started to experience itchiness on my face - cheek, mustache, eyelids and between my eyelids on my forehead, flakiness between my eyelids . This is something that I had not experienced in my life before this exposure. I live in the UK and the HIV test was performed at a GUM clinic here.

Hello, What you seem to be having is seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. Treatment usually involves use of antifungal, anti inflammatory and sebo suppressive or Keratolytic ingredients.

Hello, Please elaborate more on the description of rash and the symptoms you have so that a list of differentials can be made. It can be eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or some other chronic skin disease. I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

Hello, I cannot confirm anything without examination but it can be due to contact dermatitis,seborrheic dermatitis or eczema. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. You can treat flaking and dryness with anti dandruff or medicated shampoos. Also wash the areas several times with fresh water.

It is characterized by inflammation of the eyelid margins. The causes are seborrheic dermatitis (similar to dandruff) and occasional infection by Staphylococcus bacteria. Foolow this important treatment principle as a daily routine of lid margin hygiene: - Apply a warm wet compress to the lids - such as a washcloth with hot water - for about 2 minutes. -Use facial soap or non-burning baby shampoo (make sure to dilute the soap solution 1/10 with water first).

Hello, I cannot confirm anything without examination but it sounds like seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated shampoos. Shampoo the hair vigorously and frequently (preferably daily).

Hello, From the symptoms it can be seborrheic dermatitis or periocular dermatitis. Treatment of both is different. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. To confirm the diagnosis please get an evaluation done from a dermatologist. I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

Hello, It looks like seborrheic dermatitis. Topical antifungals and mild steroids are the usual treatment and combination of the two can be used to treat stubborn patches. Oral antifungal drugs and immunomodulators such as tacrolimus and pimecrolimus are used in very severe cases. The other possibilities are of eczema, lupus erythematosus or dermatitis. Best would be to consult a dermatologist and get biopsy skin done to confirm the diagnosis.

It sounds like seborrheic dermatitis, which affects the eyelids, among other places. Cause unknown. It comes and goes, for no reason. You can keep using 1% hydrocortisone, as needed, unless you have cataracts or glaucoma. Check with a dermatologist on this, to be sure. Best. Dr.

For the last six months on and off I have been getting redness and dry flaky skin in the area below my eyebrow not my eyelids but the skin directly below the eyebrow line (both sides). I have also been getting the same flaky skin behind my ears.....What the heck is this? I have been applying aquaphor healing ointment but it doesn't help too much and leaves a greasey feeling and I am paranoid it will affect my vision. Any suggestions as to what this is and how can it be treated?

My sincere advice would be to consult a dermatologist to get the diagnosis confirmed and get it differentiated from seborrheic dermatitis. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

Hi, For about 5 months, on and off, I've had symptoms of very dry, flaking, sore and sometimes itchy eyelids, especially around the lash line, but moreso on the left eyelid which is also a bit swollen. I regularly take antihistamines for chronic hives in other areas of my body (I've had hives for a year now) and they dont seem to help with my eyelids. I went to the family doctor who said its probably a skin condition but possibly an allergy as well on the left.

Hello, This can be due to seborrheic dermatitis or allergies. Seborrheic dermatitis is usually caused by overgrowth of Malassezia furfur. This skin disease commonly affects adolescents and young adults, especially in warm and humid climates and is aggravated by sweating and humidity. To confirm the diagnosis, get it examined from a dermatologist.

That's the only thing I could figure. I've also read online that seborrhic dermatitis has similar chronic symptoms and can be cured with coal tar shampoo. This most recent bout I also noticed some very small yellow blisters on the far side of my eyelid. Is this a staph infection? It comes and goes-- sometimes completely gone, but comes back regularly-- sometimes seems aggravated after a hot sweaty day, or excercise.

However, I'm not so concerned about the rash on my forehead as I am about my swollen eyelids. If it's acne, then why do my (our) eyelids swell? I happen to use a Clearasil cream as well. I wonder if that has something to do with it? I also have allergies to ragweed, dust mites, fragrance, etc. and take Claritin just about everyday. I have also been wearing a wool hat with fleece on the inside for the past month or so, which is another strange coincidence.

Blepharitis refers to swelling and redness of the eye lids. This condition may be due to a fungal infection or seborrheic dermatitis. You may need topical medications for this.Both these conditions are chronic and they may be recurrent. Are there any scaling or itchiness in other parts of the body? For eye involvement, your dermatologist may refer you to an ophthlamologist.Your eye doctor under a slit lamp will be able to identify the cause of the irritation.

It may also be associated with seborrheic dermatitis . Seborrheic condition my present with some degree of scaling in the area. The scaling may be noted in the eye lashes. Is this applicable to your mother's case?

Blepharitis is an ocular disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins. The other possibility is of seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky, dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided.

Hello, From the symptoms seborrheic dermatitis needs to be ruled out. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas especially under the nose or anywhere on face. Topical antifungals and mild steroids are the usual treatment and combination of the two can be used to treat stubborn patches. Oral antifungal drugs and immunomodulators such as tacrolimus and pimecrolimus are used in very severe cases.

Hello, It can be due to dry skin, seborrheic dermatitis or eczema skin. The mainstay of management is liberal use of moisturizers after washing with luke warm water. Soap should be used minimally. Moisturizers should be reapplied liberally during the day.You can also use a topical cortisone (steroid) cream or ointment. Adding a humidifier to the central heating system of your home or using a humidifier also helps. If still the symptoms persist then other possibilities need to be ruled out.

Hello, Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky, dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. Topical antifungals and mild steroids are the usual treatment and combination of the two can be used to treat stubborn patches. Oral antifungal drugs and immunomodulators such as tacrolimus and pimecrolimus are used in very severe cases. The other possibilities are of eczema, lupus erythematosus or dermatitis.

Hello, It looks like seborrheic dermatitis to me. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky, dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated shampoos. Shampoo the hair vigorously and frequently (preferably daily). Active ingredients in these shampoos include salicylic acid, coal tar, zinc, resorcin, ketoconazole, or selenium.

Another possibility which should be ruled out is of seborrheic dermatitis. Please consult an eye specialist and get these possibilities ruled out. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

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