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Remember various aspects of Seborrheic Dermatitis so as to easily recall during your medical & nursing exams

Although the scalp is the most prevalent location for seborrheic dermatitis, other parts of the body, including the face, chest, and back, can be affected as well. Red, scaly spots that can be itchy or painful are a hallmark of this condition.

Although the precise etiology of seborrheic dermatitis is unknown, it is believed to be associated with an overabundance of yeast on the skin, which then causes irritation. Stress, hormonal fluctuations, cold weather, and even some drugs have all been linked to the onset of seborrheic dermatitis.

Antifungal or anti-inflammatory shampoos or topical creams are commonly used in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis. Oral medicines are an option in some circumstances. Good skin cleanliness and avoiding aggravating factors are also essential.

Common Causes Of Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • O – Obesity
  • I – Infrequent bathing
  • L – Low humidity
  • Y – Yeast overgrowth
  • F – Family history
  • A – Alcohol consumption
  • C – Cold, dry weather
  • E – Emotional stress
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Mnemonic: OILY FACE

Mnemonic To Remember The Common Causes Of Seborrheic Dermatitis 

Types Of Presentation of Seborrheic Dermatitis  :

  • C – Capitis (scalp)
  • R – Rosacea
  • A – Auricular (ear)
  • D – Dermatitis (face and body)
  • L – Lubrication-associated (eyelids)
  • E – Erythroderma (generalized)
  • S – Seborrheic-like (other body areas)
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Mnemonic: CRADLES

Mnemonic To Remember The Types Of Presentation of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Signs & Symptoms Of  Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • R – Redness
  • E – Erythema
  • D – Dandruff
  • S – Scaling
  • C – Crusting
  • A – Alopecia
  • L – Lesions
  • E – Excessive Oil Production
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Mnemonic: RED SCALE

Mnemonic To Remember Signs & Symptoms Of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Risk factors Of Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • S – Stress
  • O – Obesity
  • A – Alcohol intake
  • P – Parkinson’s disease
  • B – Brain injury or neurological disorders
  • R – Rosacea
  • U – Use of immunosuppressive drugs
  • I – Infrequent bathing or shampooing
  • S – Skin irritation or injury
  • E – Extreme weather conditions
  • S – Sebum-rich skin
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Mnemonic: SOAP BRUISES

 Mnemonic To Remember Risk factors Of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Tests For Diagnosis of Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • S – Skin biopsy
  • C – Culture of skin lesions
  • A – Antifungal sensitivity testing
  • L – Light examination (using a Woods lamp)
  • P – Potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation
  • I – Immunofluorescence
  • T – Tzanck smear
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Mnemonic: SCALP IT

 Mnemonic To Remember The Tests For Diagnosis of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Differential Diagnosis Of Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • S – Scalp psoriasis
  • C – Contact dermatitis
  • A – Atopic dermatitis
  • L – Lupus erythematosus
  • P – Pityriasis rosea
  • P – Pityriasis rubra pilaris
  • I – Irritant dermatitis
  • M – Malassezia folliculitis
  • P – Perioral dermatitis
  • L – Lichen planus
  • E – Eczema
  • S – Syringomas
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Mnemonic: SCALP PIMPLES

 Mnemonic To Remember Differential Diagnosis Of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Drugs To Avoid In Seborrheic Dermatitis :

  • S – Steroids (topical and systemic)
  • T – Tacrolimus (topical)
  • O – Oily substances
  • P – Progestins
  • A – Alcohol-containing products
  • D – Detergents
  • S – Sodium lauryl sulfate
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Mnemonic: STOP ADS

 Mnemonic To Remember The Drugs To Avoid In Seborrheic Dermatitis

Dr. Arin Nandi

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