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Seborrheic dermatitis
A common skin condition that mainly affects the scalp, causing scaly patches, red skin and stubborn dandruff. It can also affect oily areas of the body, such as the face, upper chest, and back.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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