Erythema toxicum neonatorum: Difference between revisions
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*Erythematous macules develop on face, trunk, extremities | *Erythematous macules develop on face, trunk, extremities | ||
==Differential Diagnosis== | ==Differential Diagnosis== | ||
Revision as of 21:23, 14 April 2017
Background
- Benign, self-limited (1wk) rash that occurs in 50% of newborns
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Erythema toxicum
Evaluation
- Erythematous macules develop on face, trunk, extremities
Differential Diagnosis
Neonatal Rashes
- Acne
- Atopic dermatitis
- Candidiasis
- Contact dermatitis
- Diaper dermatitis
- Erythema toxicum neonatorum
- Impetigo
- Mastitis
- Milia
- Miliaria
- Mongolian spots
- Omphalitis
- Perianal streptococcal dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Pustular melanosis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Sucking blisters
- Tinea capitis
Management
- No treatment necessary