Seborrhoeic dermatitis, also known as seborrhoeic eczema, is a chronic dermatological condition. This type of problem is a very common reason for visits to dermatology offices. It is estimated that 3 per cent of the general population suffers from it.

The disease most often appears during adolescence, which is when the sebaceous glands are overactive. A large number of new cases are also diagnosed in people over 50. Seborrhoeic dermatitis is slightly more common in the male sex, regardless of age.

The lesions - especially those on the face - are a serious cosmetic and psychosocial problem for patients. The causes of seborrhoeic dermatitis are 1TP4Different and not fully understood. Overactivity of the cutaneous sebaceous glands, leading to increased sebum production and changes in sebum composition, is considered to be one of the most important.