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==Clinical Features==
==Clinical Features==
[[File:Erythema toxcium.png|thumb|Erythema toxicum]]
[[File:Erythema toxcium.png|thumb|Erythema toxicum]]
*Erythematous [[rash|macules]]] develop on face, trunk, extremities
*Erythematous [[rash|macules]] develop on face, trunk, extremities
*Spares palms and soles
*Spares palms and soles
*Most common with full term infants, with incidence declining with decreasing gestational age
*Most common with full term infants, with incidence declining with decreasing gestational age

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Background

  • Benign, self-limited (1wk) rash that occurs in 50% of newborns
  • Thought to be problem with sebaceous glands within hair follicles

Clinical Features

Erythema toxicum
  • Erythematous macules develop on face, trunk, extremities
  • Spares palms and soles
  • Most common with full term infants, with incidence declining with decreasing gestational age

Differential Diagnosis

Neonatal Rashes

Evaluation

  • Normally clinical

Management

  • No treatment necessary

Disposition

  • Outpatient

See Also