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Cradle Cap
Cradle cap shows as yellowish, greasy scales on the scalp. It looks worse than it is — it doesn't itch and doesn't bother your baby.
Posibles Causas
- 1Overproduction of sebaceous glands (from maternal hormones)
- 2Malassezia yeast (natural skin organism)
- 3NO connection to milk or hygiene — the name is misleading
Qué Puedes Hacer
- Apply baby oil (almond or olive oil) on scales, let it soak
- After 15-30 min gently brush off with soft baby brush
- Use mild baby shampoo
- DON'T scratch or pick — risk of injury
- In most cases: Wait, it clears on its own
¿Cuándo Consultar al Médico?
- Scales are very red or inflamed
- Scales spread to face, neck, or body
- Strong itching (baby scratches, is restless)
- Weeping or pustular areas (bacterial infection)
Notas Según la Edad
Often starts in the first weeks and usually clears by 6-12 months on its own. In some babies, it persists until age 2. True eczema (milk crust in the narrow sense) itches and is inflamed — that's different from harmless cradle cap.
Preguntas Frecuentes
Is cradle cap contagious?
Do I need to treat cradle cap?
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