What to do if your newborn baby has red spots on his face

Because the skin on the face of a newborn is delicate and sensitive, skin problems are particularly easy to detect. Red spots on the face of a newborn is a common phenomenon, which is also a problem that many parents are particularly worried about. When taking care of the baby, we must also master the methods and ways to alleviate such symptoms more quickly. Let’s learn what to do if there are red spots on the face of a newborn baby.

What to do if your newborn baby has red spots on his face

2-3 days after birth, the baby will develop a rash on the skin. Some rashes have a red halo around them, which looks a bit like urticaria. If these phenomena occur but the baby is in good spirits, eats normally, and does not have a fever, parents do not need to worry, as these phenomena will generally disappear on their own within 2 days.

Due to stimulation from air, clothing, etc., small red spots will appear on the skin of newborns. This is a normal reaction of newborns to adapt to the environment. Therefore, newborn products should be soft and less irritating. Clothes should be washed with baby-specific cleaning solutions and chemical detergents must be rinsed away. It is advisable to use a neutral shower gel when bathing. Generally, plain water is enough. You don’t need to use shower gel every time you bathe. Generally, using shower gel once or twice a week is enough. Some shower gels may irritate the skin of the newborn if they are not rinsed cleanly.

In addition, neonatal symptom rash should be distinguished from eczema!

Eczema is a relatively common allergic skin inflammation. It is a polymorphic lesion with papules and herpes as the main feature, with exudate, repeated attacks, and overlapping acute and chronic phases. The baby will feel very itchy and will scratch and rub with his hands. Babies usually develop eczema 1 to 3 months after birth, gradually improve after 6 months, and gradually heal themselves after 1-2 years old. The rash is common on the head and face, such as the forehead and cheeks, and then gradually spreads to the neck, shoulders, back, buttocks, limbs, and even the entire body.

Parents who are caring for their babies should mainly observe the baby's symptoms. If it is a physiological rash, it will generally disappear on its own.

The above is an introduction to what to do if a newborn baby has red spots on his face. After understanding this, we must pay special attention when we encounter such symptoms. First of all, we must ensure that the environment of the newborn is ventilated. If the baby is breastfed, the mother must also adjust the diet in time and eat light food. If there is no improvement, consult a doctor in time.