Seborrhoeic dermatitis.

It should be differentiated with Seborrhoeic dermatitis, Irritant or allergic eczematous contact dermatitis, Scabies , Psoriasis (Palmo plantar), Dermatitis Herpetiformis .
While managing a case one should take care that any external irritation - sudden change of temperature, excessive bathing ,vigorous rubbing, insufficient cleanliness especially in diaper region, local infections, irritating secretions or even medicated oils are to be avoided. Attacks may be induced by teething also. One of the first consideration is prevention from scratching the parts affected and mechanical restraints may be resorted to as cardboard splints over elbow to prevent the child's hands from reaching his face. As soap and water may aggravate the disease olive oil on absorbant cotton may be used for cleansing. Particular attention should be given to genitals, and buttocks, diapers should be changed whenever soiled. Parts cleaned with vegetable or mineral oil and powdered with corn starch .In cases where specific food allergies are implicated dietary restrictions are in order. The food substitutes for wheat are oat, rice (puffed rice, boiled rice) , when milk is eliminated souyabean emulsion gives adequate nourishment.