Cradle Cap (Vernix Caseosa) Cradle cap is quite common seem in the first few months of like. It presence as a soft sebaceous scalp covering which can give cause for concern due to its appearance in some cases. Cradle cap itself is produced in late pregnancy, described as a foetal barrier resulting from a combination of epidermal and sebaceous lipids, combined with desquamation of maturing corneocytes (foetal).Cradle cap acts as a powerful natural protection barrier and heals wounds. Cradle also moisturises and creates a waterproof barrier. Interestingly enough research suggests that cradle cap may well enhance wound healing ability in adults. Cradle cap should disappear within the first year of life. If however the symptoms persist, then professional advice should be sought. There are several other in some cases more sinister conditions that show similarities. Please be mindful that in some cases the side effects of cradle cap may cause discomfort to the in fact which may be a cause of excessive weeping or lack of sleep. If such symptoms are present then you should seek professional advice. Treating Cradle cap In most cases cradle cap will disappear within the first year. Treating or attempting to remove this condition in most cases is not advisable. Professional opinion of this should be sought. However as previously mentioned, cradle cap can in some cases can cause discomfort to the infant who cannot say what if wrong. Also the presence of a more sinister conditions need attention. We hope that you have found this page useful. Please feel free to contact the helpline if you would like to know more about cradle cap or any other skin condition.
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