Erythema toxicum neonatorum occurs as a non-threatening rash in newborns. It begins to develop on the first day of the newborn. They appear as erythematous macules, papules, and pustules. It often begins on the face, and then it spreads to involve trunks and limbs. This condition does not require treatment, and it regresses within five to fourteen days.
Erythema Toxicum: Causes and Treatment
Erythema toxicum is a red rash with tiny bumps that occurs in newborns and is totally normal. The rash clears up on its own in a week or two.
Skin Diseases of the Neonates
A neonate’s skin undergoes various changes in skin appearance and texture during the newborn period. Read this article below to know more about it.
