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Baby Acne - Symptoms, Treatment of Baby Acne
Baby acne maybe present from the birth, but typically appears at 3 to 4 weeks of age and last until your child is between 4 and 6 months old. If your baby’s skin is irritated, it could be due to a number of conditions. Baby acne usually occurs on the baby's cheeks, forehead, chin, and even the back. With severe cases of baby acne, the blemishes may become so swollen and inflamed that they cause or add to your baby's fussiness.
It is the reaction of a baby's skin to a relative imbalance of male (androgenic) and female (estrogenic) hormones in the baby's system following withdrawal of maternal estrogens after delivery.
Baby acne is most prominent when your son is hot or fussy (increased blood flow to the skin), or when his skin is irritated.
See your health care professional if your baby's acne is particularly severe, or if it persists into your child's toddler years.
More than 30 percent of babies are born with, or more commonly, develop a rash soon after birth. There are various types of rashes, baby acne being one form. This form of acne usually begins when a baby is around 3 weeks, and can last until the baby is 4 or 6 months old. Always remember that there is no reason to believe that just because your child has had baby acne, she will be susceptible to teenage acne.
Baby Acne Causes
There are a number of factors that may cause baby acne. What could be causing baby's acne? As with teenage or adult acne, there's no clear answer. (Although we are quick to surmise that the grown-up version has something to do with internal and external factors like hormonal activity and lifestyle - and, for that matter, generally more acceptable).
Baby acne is associated by changes in the level of hormones, bad nutrition and greasy or oily skin.
Symptoms of Baby Acne:
- Cysts
- Pustules
- Scarring of the skin
- Blackheads
- Whiteheads
- Redness and inflammation surrounding the skin eruptions
Baby Acne Treatment and Cure - Some Tips
Baby acne usually clears up within a few weeks, even before you notice it. If you do, don't put skin care creams or similar skin care products.
- Do not scrub or vigorously wash your baby's skin. This will only cause further irritation to the sensitive skin. Wash your baby's face with water and some mild baby soap once a day. If she has particularly sensitive skin, wash with warm water only.
- Avoid putting any creams, lotions or oils on your baby's skin. These products can also irritate acne. Use a natural fabric detergent that is made for sensitive skin to wash your baby's clothes.
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