NEONATAL ACNE

Neonatal acne is a benign, acne-like rash occurring in the first 30 days of a newborn’s life and is correlated to sebaceous glands hyperplasia.

From a clinical perspective,  comedones, pustules and papules appear, typically in the areas of the face, the back and the chest.

Very often, neonatal acne is a precursor of adult acne.

Depending on the case, the Dermatologist may assess the problem and give instructions that will help both the baby and the parents.