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Are Red Spots On The Face Of A Child Something Worrisome?

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Posted on Wed, 23 Feb 2022
Question: My son has these red spots on the Face what is it
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Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (44 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Seems to be toxic erythema of the newborn, nothing to worry about

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

It seems to be toxic erythema of the new born.
It is a benign condition which is very common in newborn infants.
It resolves spontaneously in a few days and requires no active intervention.

Nothing to be worried about. Feel free to ask further.

Regards,
Dr. Asmeet

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Are Red Spots On The Face Of A Child Something Worrisome?

Brief Answer: Seems to be toxic erythema of the newborn, nothing to worry about Detailed Answer: Hi, It seems to be toxic erythema of the new born. It is a benign condition which is very common in newborn infants. It resolves spontaneously in a few days and requires no active intervention. Nothing to be worried about. Feel free to ask further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet