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*Benign, self-limited (1wk) rash that occurs in 50% of newborns | *Benign, self-limited (1wk) rash that occurs in 50% of newborns | ||
*Thought to be problem with sebaceous glands within hair follicles | *Thought to be problem with sebaceous glands within hair follicles | ||
Latest revision as of 16:23, 11 December 2024
Background
- Benign, self-limited (1wk) rash that occurs in 50% of newborns
- Thought to be problem with sebaceous glands within hair follicles
Clinical Features
- 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
- 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
Evaluation
- Normally clinical
Management
- No treatment necessary
Disposition
- Outpatient