KREMENOPOULOS MINAS MD, PhD, MSc

SKIN DISEASES IN NEWBORNS

It is not uncommon for babies to develop skin rashes. In fact, some rashes appear more often during the first months of life. The rash...

KREMENOPOULOS MINAS MD, PhD, MSc

PEDIATRICIAN - THESSALONIKI - CENTER

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SKIN DISEASES IN NEWBORNS

It is not uncommon for babies to develop skin rashes. In fact, some rashes appear more often during the first months of life. Rashes can look different on each baby's skin. As a parent, you may not know if this is something you should be concerned about. Remember that you can always call your baby's doctor's office and ask to speak to a nurse if you're worried. However, it's good to have an idea of what to expect so you're better prepared.

Baby acne

You might think that only teenagers and young adults get acne, but it can happen to your baby too. Baby acne appears around 2 to 3 weeks of age due to mom's hormones. Pimples are harmless and do not leave scars. Just don't bother them and make sure to keep the area clean with water only.

Infantile Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ninida)

OR infantile seborrheic dermatitis, otherwise known as tinea, it is a very common phenomenon and as its name implies, it is usually seen on the scalp. Most often, it appears in the first weeks after birth. It appears as red bumps and then takes the form of a yellow skin that peels off to the touch. It usually gets better on its own, but may need treatment if it gets worse. 

Eczema

Eczema may start in the first few weeks of life or may not appear until your baby is older. Eczema is dry skin that becomes red and irritated, mostly appearing on the scalp, face, trunk, elbows, knees or diaper area. You can apply a product suitable for such use - without fragrance - so that the skin does not become too dry. If the skin continues to look red and irritated, contact the pediatrician for further instructions. 

Toxic erythema

Erythema toxicosis is a common skin condition that occurs in about half of infants, usually within the first two to three days of life. These are red, itchy spots that go away slowly or develop small bumps or blisters with pus on their surface. They can be found on most parts of the body, except the palms and soles. Erythema toxic can have flares and flares that last about 15 days. However, it is harmless and goes away on its own.

Mongolian spots (congenital cutaneous melanocytosis)

These gray-blue spots usually appear within the first year of life. They may look like a big bruise, but they don't hurt. They may appear on your baby's back, bottom or legs. These spots are caused by simple differences in skin color and are completely harmless. 

Newborn Dry Skin

Dry skin is a common phenomenon in newborns. Your baby has been surrounded by fluid in the womb for several months. So he needs some time to get used to his new environment. You don't need to do anything, it will improve on its own.

Millet (milia)

Millet appears soon after birth in the form of small, white or yellow papules on the nose, forehead and cheeks. It is due to the clogging of the pores of the sebaceous glands and disappears within the first weeks. 

KREMENOPOULOS MINAS MD, PhD, MSc
PEDIATRICIAN - THESSALONIKI - CENTER

Dr. Minas Kremenopoulos is a graduate of the School of Medicine of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) with a specialization in pediatrics and a special research and clinical interest in neurodevelopmental disorders of newborns-infants-children and in child nutrition.

KREMENOPOULOS MINAS MD, PhD, MSc

PEDIATRICIAN - THESSALONIKI - CENTER

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*The content in this blog is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health care providers with questions you may have about medical conditions.

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