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Cradle cap is an oily, yellow scaling or crusting on a baby's scalp. It is caused by a buildup of sticky skin oils, scales, and sloughed skin cells. Cradle cap is common in babies and is easily treated.
Medical Review:William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
Last Updated: 07/03/2007
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