seborrhea capitis
seborrhea (seb´
rē´),
Etymology: L, sebum, sweat; Gk, rhoia, flow; L, caput, the head
seborrhea of the scalp. See also cradle cap.
seborrhea (seb´
rē´),n the skin conditions in which an overproduction of sebum results in excessive oiliness or dry scales.
seborrhea capitis,
n seborrhea of the scalp often seen in infants. Also called
cradle cap.
cradle cap.
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