THE CHARACTERISTICS OF ADULT SEBORRHEIC ECZEMA

Adult seborrheic eczema characteristically affects adults between the ages of 20 and 40. It is usually seen on the scalp as mild dandruff, but can spread to the face, ears and chest. The skin becomes red, inflamed and starts to flake. It is commonly accompanied by yellowish, oily, scaly patches of skin on the scalp, face, and occasionally other parts of the body. It is thought that the yeast pityrosporum ovale largely causes this condition. If the condition becomes infected, treatment with an anti-fungal cream may be necessary.