Erythema toxicum — also called erythema toxicum neonatorum (ETN) — doesn’t cause any symptoms and goes away on its own. So, no treatment is needed. You can care for your newborn’s skin normally: Sponge bathe your baby with a gentle washcloth until the umbilical cord falls off, which usually takes about 1–4 weeks. The cause of erythema toxicum neonatorum is unknown. Multiple theories have been proposed to explain this common disorder. Don’t unnecessarily keep changing lotions or soaps to make it

Do you know what a non-blanching rash looks like? It's essential that you can recognise a non-blanching rash because if your child is ever unwell and has a non-blanching rash, they need urgent medical attention. TIP: THE GLASS TEST The glass test is a simple and quick method for distinguishing between blanching and non-blanching rashes. 👉🏼 Take a clear glass (or a transparent object like a plastic ruler). 👉🏼 Press the glass firmly against the rash. 👉🏼 Observe the rash through the glass as

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