Changes in the baby’s skin are very common during the first year of life, as the skin is still very sensitive and reacts to any type of substance, from sunlight to creams, shampoos and bacteria. Skin changes are not usually severe and can be easily treated with creams and ointments indicated by the pediatrician.
Birthmarks generally do not require treatment and do not cause complications, but the pediatrician should look at them to make sure they are not a sign of a more serious skin problem.
- Skin problems in infants are usually easily identified by their characteristics.
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- It is always recommended to consult a pediatrician before initiating any type of treatment.
Diaper rash is common in a baby who wears a diaper, which manifests in red spots on the baby’s buttocks and genital area due to contact of stool and urine with the skin, being very common on summer days and when the baby spends a lot of time with the same diaper.
How to treat it: Keep your buttock and genital skin clean and dry, change diapers when dirty, and apply a diaper rash cream, such as Hypoglus, to protect your skin from acidity in your stool and urine. See what else you can do to treat your baby’s diaper rash.
Neonatal acne can occur up to 6 months of the baby’s life, however, it is more common during the first 3 weeks, producing small red or white balls on the skin of the baby’s face, forehead or back.
How to treat: the treatment of neonatal acne is not necessary, it is only advisable to wash the affected area with neutral pH soap and water suitable for the baby’s skin. In cases where pimples don’t go away after 6 months, you should see your pediatrician again to evaluate the need to start treatment with acne products.
The intertrigo is a red spot on the baby’s skin that appears in the crease area, such as on the legs and neck, especially in chubby babies younger than 6 months. Intertrigo usually doesn’t bother the baby, but it can cause pain when it’s too large.
How to treat: Wash and dry the skin area under the folds of the skin and apply an ointment with vitamin A or zinc, such as Hypoglus, under medical supervision.
Seborrhea can appear as red spots on the eyebrows or scalp, as well as a thick, yellowish layer on the baby’s dandruff-like head.
How to treat: Wash your hair with water and a baby-friendly neutral pH shampoo and, after bathing, comb with a soft bristle brush to remove cones. Another option is to apply warm oil before bathing to make it easier to remove the cones with the brush or comb.
Chickenpox, also known as chickenpox, is a very common disease in infants and children that causes small spots on the skin that cause a lot of itching, making the baby cry and is easily irritated.
How to treat: It is recommended to consult the pediatrician before starting treatment, as it may be necessary to use antiallergic ointments, such as Polaramine, to reduce symptoms and treat red spots. See more tips on how to treat chickenpox.
The rash consists of the appearance of small red or white balls on the skin because of excess heat and are therefore common after being in a hot car or when the baby wears a lot of clothes. Stitches can appear anywhere on the body, especially on the neck, back, and folds of the arms and knees.
How to treat: Wear seasonally appropriate clothing, avoiding very warm underwear and other warm environments. In addition, prolonged sun exposure should also be avoided, even when traveling by car.
Milium are small cysts that appear on or near the baby’s nose. They are small and benign, without specific treatment. They appear mostly in summer or when the newborn has a fever.
How to treat it: No specific treatment is necessary, but to prevent it from getting worse and becomes liquid-filled granules, a cold saline compress can be put on because it reduces perspiration, reducing the risk of milium filling up with sweat. , which cannot be deleted. See photos of this milium complication in newborns.
In addition to the care provided, parents should periodically take the baby to the pediatrician to assess the progress of the spots and adjust treatment if necessary.