Erythema toxicum

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Neonate

Erythema toxicum neonatorum

The large red splotches typically disappear without any treatment or changes in skin care.

The rash usually clears within 2 weeks. It is usually completely gone by age 4 months.

See also: Milia

There are no complications.

Discuss the condition with your health care provider during a routine examination if you are concerned.

Review Date: 08/24/2009
Reviewed By: Rachel A Lewis, MD, FAAP, Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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