Diagnosis and Treatment
Seborrheic dermatitis can be easily diagnosed because of its appearance on the affected skin and where it is found on your body. You don’t need to do blood, urine or allergy tests. Your dermatologist may perform a skin biopsy to rule out other diseases if treatment is futile.
In teenagers and adults, seborrheic dermatitis often doesn’t leave without proper care. Type of treatment depends on the part of the body that is affected and how chronic the disease is.
Treatment is given to reduce the clear signs of seborrheic dermatitis and itching and redness. Treatment involves use of over-the-counter products and prescription products. Some Prescription products are: topical antifungals, calcineurin inhibitors and corticosteroids [5]. In some cases, you may need combine these treatments: