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• Method 1 of 3: Using home remedies
• Method 2 of 3: Using proven medical resources
• Method 3 of 3: Take precautions
• Tips
• Warnings

Berg is a common condition in babies that causes rough, scaly patches to form on the baby's scalp. It is also known by the medical name infant seborrheic dermatitis. Berg usually clears up on its own after a few weeks, but in some cases the condition persists and requires treatment. Read on to find out how to get rid of mountain using home remedies and when to seek medical attention.

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Method 1 of 3: Using home remedies

1. Remove the flakes with your fingers. You will not damage the baby's scalp if you use your hands to remove the scabs. This is the simplest and one of the most effective ways to get rid of the flakes and dry patches that form when a baby is suffering from mountain.
   • Rub your fingers over the flaky areas, then gently peel and scrape away and discard the flaky dead skin.
   • If you'd rather not use your fingers to peel away the flakes, put on a pair of thin latex gloves (provided your baby isn't allergic to latex). You can also cover your hands with cling film to avoid touching the flakes directly. Remember that mountain is not contagious and removing the flakes will make your baby feel more comfortable.
   • Do not use tweezers or any other sharp tool to remove the flakes. You could accidentally poke the baby's head and cause a wound.
2. Wash the baby's head every day. Use warm water to wash the baby's head and gently massage the scalp with your fingers. The water will help loosen up the flakes and crusts so you can peel or scrape them off afterward.
   • Using a mild baby shampoo can also loosen the flakes. So consider washing your baby's head with it. However, the shampoo may dry out the baby's scalp even further.
   • Use a soft brush to loosen the flakes while the baby's head is still wet.
3. Use oil and petroleum jelly. Sometimes the flakes and scabs need some outside help before you can peel them off the skin. Spread baby oil or petroleum jelly on the dry areas. Then wait 15 minutes for the flakes to soften before removing them.
   • Olive oil or a vegetable oil also works well to get rid of the flakes.
   • Use shampoo and warm water to wash away the oil when you're done. If residues of oil remain on the scalp, this can actually make the problem worse because more flakes can form.

Method 2 of 3: Using proven medical resources

1. Use a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo. If the mountain keeps coming back a few days after removing the flakes, washing the baby's scalp with a medicated shampoo several times a week could be an effective treatment. Anti-dandruff shampoos contain tar, which reduces flakiness and prevents the skin from drying out.
   • Shampoos containing the anti-fungal drug ketoconazole or 1% selenium sulfide can also be used to treat mountain.
   • Anti-dandruff shampoos containing salicylic acid are not recommended for babies. This ingredient can be harmful to them and it can easily be absorbed into the body through their skin.
   • Talk to your doctor before using any medicated shampoo on your baby's scalp. Your doctor will recommend a shampoo brand or write a prescription for the shampoo that suits your baby's needs.
2. Consider using a cream containing hydrocortisone. If your baby's scalp is inflamed, red, or itchy, a hydrocortisone cream may help relieve symptoms. This cream is also used to treat eczema and insect bites. Before using a hydrocortisone cream that is available without a prescription, seek advice from your doctor.

Method 3 of 3: Take precautions

1. Moisturize your home. Babies with mountain often also have other symptoms related to dry and easily irritated skin. Use a humidifier in your baby's room to keep the air moist so that your baby's skin doesn't get too dry.
2. Moisturize your baby's scalp after bathing. Applying a moisturizer to the scalp while it is still slightly damp and warm after bathing can help lock in moisture in the skin. This prevents the skin from becoming dry and flaky. Use a lotion or ointment formulated for sensitive baby skin.
3. Think about your baby's nutrition. In some cases, mountain is caused by an allergy to bottle feeding. If your baby has red spots on the face, diarrhea and other allergic symptoms in addition to mountain, ask your doctor for advice about switching to a different brand of formula that is healthier for your baby.

Tips

• A special brush for your baby's scalp is very effective. These brushes are very soft. You can buy them from baby stores or from the baby section in various stores.
• If you prevent soap and water from getting into your baby's eyes, washing will be a lot more pleasant for your child.

Warnings

• Be careful not to press too hard on the soft spot (fontanelle) on the baby's scalp.
• Be very careful with your baby.
• Make sure the water is warm and not hot. You can test this with your elbow. If it feels too hot on your elbow, it is too hot for your baby.