cradle cap


noun

an inflammation of the scalp, occurring in infants and characterized by greasy, yellowish scales; seborrheic dermatitis of infants.

British Dictionary definitions for cradle cap

cradle cap

noun

a form of seborrhoea of the scalp common in young babies Technical name: crusta lactea

Medical definitions for cradle cap

cradle cap

n.

A form of dermatitis that occurs in infants and is characterized by heavy, yellow, crusted lesions on the scalp.