[2] The disease may then spread to the rest of the epidermis with the appearance of crusty, dry, moist or greasy scaling on the scalp.
[1] Scaling could also appear behind the ears, nose or eyebrows, or around the mouth; peeling of the skin may also happen in these areas.
[5] The exact cause of Leiner disease remains unknown but biotin deficiency linked to Complement component 5 (a protein ) coded by the C5 gene plays a role.
[1] Hospitalization for the diseased person is suggested because of the controlled environment because it may prevent nutritional deficiencies and skin infections.
[1] In 10 percent of cases, the result of uncontrolled infections or severe electrolyte loss may be fatal.