Baby Acne

Baby acne is acne that occurs in newborns. Although rare, baby acne can be an early sign of hormonal problems. Although acne is quite disturbing appearance baby baby, but these conditions are common, and only temporary. Many newborns have acne on the forehead, cheeks, and chin. Since not much can be done to prevent acne in babies, then do not do anything or let alone is the best treatment. The cause of baby acne is much more common in boys than girls. Although rare, baby acne can be an early sign of hormonal problems. Usually, it is caused by hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy. Symptoms of baby acne usually develops within 3 to 4 weeks after birth. Baby acne is usually seen as small red bumps on the forehead, cheeks, and chin babies. In the case of infants fuss or cry, acne may look worse. Many babies who also have milia, which are small white bumps on the cheeks, nose, or the baby's chin. In a few weeks of treatment, baby acne usually disappears.

But in some cases, acne may continue for months or possibly longer. While waiting for baby acne disappear by itself, the things parents can do, among others:
1. Dry the baby's face gently, just by tapping the baby's skin rather than rubbing.

2. Always keep your face clean by washing your face baby baby 2 or 3 times a day with warm water.

3. Acne in babies should not be pinched or rubbed because it can cause more severe irritation or even infeksi.

Baby cream may be given medical or other treatment as directed in the case of acne that do not heal even after keeping the baby's skin clean. In some rare cases, if there is an underlying medical condition, it must be treated on the medical condition first.