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Erythema toxicum - Treatment

Alternative Names

Erythema toxicum neonatorum

Treatment:

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

Expectations (prognosis):

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

Complications:

There are no complications.

Calling your health care provider:

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

Neonate

Reviewed last on: 7/26/2007
Daniel Rauch, M.D., FAAP., Director, Pediatric Hospitalist Program, New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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