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My newborn has a smelly mucous discharge from his ear. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My newborn son has no hair on his head. There are scars and flakes of skin on his head. He is always crying and has smelly ear mucous. I use a shampoo and oil of a known brand to clean the area daily. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. But based on your description, your baby may have a medical condition called cradle cap, which is a common skin condition that affects infants. The cradle cap appears as scaly, flaky patches on the scalp. It is typically c... Read Full »
My baby has white face patches. When will it disappear?
Query: Hello doctor, My one-and-a-half-month-old baby is having mild cradle cap and a cluster of red pimples on his face. The area is quite dry even though the pimples are gone. This has left a white patch or discoloration on his cheeks. Is this atopic dermatitis or seborrheic dermatitis? How long will it ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The baby has post-inflammatory hypopigmentationdue to seborrheic dermatitis. It is nothing serious and will go with time. I suggest you apply Desowen lotion (Deso... Read Full »