How to Diagnosis Baby Rash?

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   Rashes can be very uncomfortable for babies. Any sign of a rash on your baby should be checked by your physician and treated accordingly. The most common types of rashes that affect babies include diaper rash, eczema, cradle cap, milia and baby acne. Any type of rash can irritate your baby's skin and cause them to feel uncomfortable and cranky.
   Diaper Rash
   When your baby's diaper area is exposed to wetness from urine or f***s for too long, they may develop diaper rash. Diaper rash appears to be a patch of bright red, irritated-looking skin on their bottom. Your doctor can examine your child's bottom to determine if it is diaper rash. Treatment includes letting your baby's bottom air out, applying diaper-rash ointment and keeping the area clean by changing diapers frequently.
   Eczema
   Eczema appears in the form of patchy, red, scaly-looking skin. Eczema is very itchy and very uncomfortable for a baby. The rash will often ooze, causing a crusty layer to form over the rash. If you suspect that your child has eczema you should see your doctor for further diagnosis. Causes generally include a change in formula or a reaction to laundry detergent.
   Cradle Cap
   Cradle cap commonly affects newborns and is fairly easy to diagnose on sight due to the thick, yellow, crusty, scaly patches that appear on your baby's head. Cradle cap can be treated by keeping your baby's head clean using a mild baby shampoo and combing through your baby's hair with a soft bristle brush in order to loosen the scaly skin. Your doctor can properly diagnose cradle cap upon inspection of your baby's scalp. Cradle cap often goes away on its own within a few weeks to a few months.
   Milia
   According to the Mayo Clinic,miliaria crystallina, or simply milia, are tiny white bumps on a baby's nose, chin or cheeks. Babies are often born with milia and can be diagnosed with it upon sight by your baby's doctor. Although milia often goes away on its own, you can help treat your baby's skin by taking a soft wash cloth and gently washing her face on a daily basis with warm water and moisturizing soap that is specially formulated for babies.
   Baby Acne
   Baby acne usually affects babies within the first four weeks of life. This type of rash appears as small red or white bumps in the areas of the cheeks and forehead. Consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment of baby acne. Baby acne will often heal quickly. You can help treat your baby's skin by washing their face with a soft, warm, wet washcloth and moisturizing soap. Avoid using oils and lotions on your baby's face.

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