Skin & Dermatology Articles
Diaper rashes are extremely common in infants and toddlers. They are usually caused by skin irritation from urine and stool and the constantly wet environment in the diaper area. Because yea... Read more
Belly buttons seem to fascinate young kids, a fact not missed by authors of children’s books and the writers of VeggieTales songs. It can also be a concern for parents, and it is true that t... Read more
Umbilical granulomas occur when the cord falls off and the remaining tissue underneath fails to form skin over it. It is a relatively common condition. What are the symptoms? It appears as a... Read more
Ringworm is a common skin infection in children. It is caused by several different fungal germs and is contagious. It is easily treated with antifungal medications and does not cause any ser... Read more
Cradle cap and its related skin rash called seborrheic dermatitis are common in infants. Most babies have some degree of cradle cap. Many babies will have both conditions. The condition is b... Read more
Molluscum contagiosum is a kind of wart that is relatively common in children. Instead of causing one to a few large, rough, unattractive warts, molluscum appears as clusters of tiny, shiny... Read more
Cradle cap is an extremely common condition in infants. It usually starts around 2-6 weeks old and lasts a few months. It usually resolves by 6 months of age but may last up to a year. It is... Read more
Summer is time for fun in the sun, but children’s skin also needs to be protected from the damaging effects of the sun’s rays. Scientists currently believe that many skin cancers are caused... Read more
Though the name sounds scary, this is a benign condition which is common in newborns. Description Erythema toxicum is a red, blotchy rash which seems to be related to the skin adjusting to i... Read more
This is a common birthmark in newborns, occasionally confused with bruises and even child abuse. Description Mongolian spots are dark, bluish-gray, flat birthmarks which can be rather large.... Read more
These are very common birthmarks; I suppose the name “stork bite” comes from the concept of the stork carrying the baby by the back of the neck. Description Salmon patches are fa... Read more