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Erythema toxicum neonatorum is a common, non-threatening rash in newborns. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] It appears in 40-70% of newborns within the first week of life, and it typically improves within 1–2 weeks. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] It only occurs during the newborn period, but may appear slightly later in premature babies.
Neonatal lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease in an infant born to a mother with anti-Ro/SSA and with or without anti-La/SSB antibodies. [1] [2] The disease most commonly presents with a diffuse/periorbital rash resembling subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus and can have systemic abnormalities such as complete heart block or hepatosplenomegaly. [3]
Transient neonatal pustular melanosis (TNPM), also known as pustular melanosis, is a type of neonatal pustular eruption that is a transient rash common in newborns.It is vesiculopustular rash made up of 1–3 mm fluid-filled lesions that rupture, leaving behind a collarette of scale and a brown macule. [3]
Severe skin inflammation at armpit (warm, moist fold of skin) Streptococcal intertrigo is a skin condition that is secondary to a streptococcal bacterial infection. It is often seen in infants and young children and can be characterized by a fiery-red color of the skin, foul odor with an absence of satellite lesions, [1] and skin softening (due to moisture) in the neck, armpits or folds of the ...
Neonatal pustular eruptions are a group of disorders characterized by various forms of pustulosis (rashes consisting at least in part of pustules) seen in the first four weeks of life. [ 1 ] This grouping can help aid in differential diagnosis .
Stage 2: Secondary Stage - In this stage, symptoms could include rashes or sores in the mouth, vagina or anus. The stage usually starts with a rash on one or more areas of your body.
Ritter's disease of the newborn is the most severe form of SSSS, with similar signs and symptoms. SSSS often includes a widespread painful erythroderma, often involving the face, diaper, and other intertriginous areas. Extensive areas of desquamation might be present. Perioral crusting and fissuring are seen early in the course.
Erythema marginatum (also known as chicken wire erythema) [1] is an acquired skin condition which primarily affects the arms, trunk, and legs. [2] It is a type of erythema (redness of the skin or mucous membranes) characterised by bright pink or red circular lesions which have sharply-defined borders and faint central clearing.