A scaly rash on the scalp that starts in newborns Care Advice Definition Symptoms 1 2 3 OverviewCradlcap icommon skin condition onewborns 4 Page 1 of 2 Steroid CreamIf the rash on the scalp is ID: 941618
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Cradle Cap A scaly rash on the scalp that starts in newborns Care Advice Definition Symptoms 1. 2. 3. Overview:Cradlcap icommon skin condition onewborns. 4. Page 1 of 2 Steroid Cream:If the rash on the scalp is red and irritated, use 1% hydrocortisone cream. No prescription is needed.Put this on once a day.After 1 hour, wash it off with soap and water.Do this for 7 days or less. 5. Expected Course: Cradle cap will eventually go away on its own between 6 and 12 months of age. Usually, it doesn't cause any symptoms (such as pain or itching).Therefore, treatment is optional. It is mainly done for cosmetic reasons.Shampoos, lotions and brushing will reduce the thickness of the scales. Th
ey will usually make them go away sooner. 6. Return to Child Care:Cradle cap cannot be spread to others.Your child does not need to miss any child care. 7. Call Your Doctor Back If... with treatmentLastov12 monthageYou thinyouchild needto bseenThis handout is intended foinformational purposes only and should not bused as a substitutfothcarand advice of a medical professional. Thaccuracy of the information contained in this handout is not guaranteed and themay be variations in treatment that youdoctor onursmay recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.Copyright 2000-Schmitt Pediatric Guidelines LLCAuthor: Barton Schmitt MD, FAAPProvided by ClearTriage Page 2 of 2 Cradle Ca