What is the stuff that looks like dandruff growing on the scalp?

Patient's question:

My baby is a premature child, and I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has had a series of issues, and I am very concerned, afraid that the condition will worsen. Could you please tell me what the stuff that looks like dandruff on the scalp is?

Doctor's answer:

The production of dandruff is general skin debris, which is the result of the continuous shedding of the epidermal stratum corneum. It is also a byproduct of metabolism. Dandruff is a product of the metabolism of the scalp skin.
If a child is affected by neonatal diseases, parents must take the child to a doctor immediately for treatment to avoid various misconceptions. It is important to treat the symptoms promptly. For parents, it is essential to observe changes in the child's symptoms and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for the illness.

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