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Baby AcneBaby acne, also known as acne neonatorum, is a condition that affects roughly 20% of newborn babies. Baby acne is very common and usually starts by about 3 weeks of age. In baby acne, you see red bumps that look like pimples. The bumps are on the cheeks, forehead, and temples. The bumps of baby acne are quickly fleeting evidence of the connection between a mother's body and her baby's. Baby acne usually clears up within a few weeks, but it can linger for months. At times it can be confusing because the pimples can appear strongly at times and then seem to disappear at other times. Tiny bumps on a baby's face after birth that disappear within a few weeks are called milia and are unrelated to baby acne. It can be present at birth, but more often it shows up after a couple of weeks, usually on the cheeks and sometimes on the forehead, chin, and even the back. Baby acne isn't caused by dirt. The acne will be most prominent when your son is hot or fussy (increased blood flow to the skin), or when his skin is irritated. Baby acne is caused by hormones that are passed on to the baby through the placenta before birth. Its other name is infantile acne. Baby acne is recognized based on the timing and appearance. Sometimes, whiteheads can actually be seen. The pimples will tend to show up more when the baby is upset or overheated and at times they may even seem as though they are not there at all. Interestingly, a family history of acne does not suggest your baby will develop acne after birth. Skin is the base on which acne thrives. An infant's skin is highly sensitive, and in the first few weeks after the birth, many changes in the conditions occur. Usually, no treatment is necessary. It can help to gently cleanse the face once a day with water, and perhaps mild baby soap. Oils and lotions do not help, and may aggravate the condition. If the acne is severe or lasts beyond 6 months, your pediatrician may prescribe a mild medicine to help. Use of colloidal silver products is considered as one of the safe remedies for treating baby acne. Colloidal silver is available in solution form. Usually, colloidal silver is applied topically to baby acne.
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