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What Causes Red Bumps On Cheeks On Infant?

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Posted on Fri, 3 Jul 2015
Question: My new born baby 21 days old having to much red bumps on her checks.
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Answered by Dr. Arun (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
normal newborn rash will settle down. Send pictures

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
There are many types of normal newborn rash which fit into the description given by you.
1. Neonatal acne - these are due to mothers hormone causing changes in the baby skin. This will fade away in a few days without any treatment.
2. Erythema toxicum - this is red raised rash with a yellow or white dot in the centre. Again no treatment is required. Will disappear spontaneously.
3. Prickly heat - due to hot weather. Keep the area dry and avoid powders. Use air-conditioning if required.
Do send us a picture of your baby's skin rash if possible.
If rash doesn't settle on its own or increases or if the baby becomes dull and not feeding well, you need to consult your pediatrician.
I do hope that the rash will settle down.
Do not apply any powder on the face.
Wishing your baby good health and speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun



Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Arun (21 hours later)
Sir i have uploaded her photos for ur reference.
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Answered by Dr. Arun (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
looks like neonatal acne

Detailed Answer:
Looks like neonatal acne.
Should settle soon. No treatment required for now.
If not settling in a few days may need antiseptic ointments like FUSIDIC acid.
Regards
Dr Arun

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Follow up: Dr. Arun (28 hours later)
Its increasing
Which cream should you prisribe for her
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Answered by Dr. Arun (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
FUSIDIC

Detailed Answer:
Try FUSIDIC ointment.
If not settling consult your doctor again.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Red Bumps On Cheeks On Infant?

Brief Answer: normal newborn rash will settle down. Send pictures Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for writing to us. There are many types of normal newborn rash which fit into the description given by you. 1. Neonatal acne - these are due to mothers hormone causing changes in the baby skin. This will fade away in a few days without any treatment. 2. Erythema toxicum - this is red raised rash with a yellow or white dot in the centre. Again no treatment is required. Will disappear spontaneously. 3. Prickly heat - due to hot weather. Keep the area dry and avoid powders. Use air-conditioning if required. Do send us a picture of your baby's skin rash if possible. If rash doesn't settle on its own or increases or if the baby becomes dull and not feeding well, you need to consult your pediatrician. I do hope that the rash will settle down. Do not apply any powder on the face. Wishing your baby good health and speedy recovery. Regards Dr Arun