Experience Sharing 9: Dandruff on newborn baby? Redness and skin cracking on their bodies?
Dandruff on newborn baby? Redness and skin cracking on their bodies? Before the babies come to this world, they were actually living in a very moist environment - Placenta. Since they are not used to this dry and hot environment, although they will try to adapt, we have to do something to keep their skin as moist as possible. Some people might think that it is common for newborn babies to have some dandruff. I do not deny that. However, treatment might be necessary when you realize that other parts of the body are affected as well. We suggest parents always avoid self-diagnosis and seek for professional advice when you realize there is something you are not sure about your babies’ symptoms. Seborrheic Dermatitis: Seborrheic Dermatitis is a common skin condition that mainly affects scalp. However, it can also affect oily areas of the body, such as face, sides of the nose, eyebrows, ears and chest. The symptoms include: Dandruff Patches of greasy skin covered with flaky