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There are red spots on my 1 week old newborn. is this normal or should i be really concern? should i take her 2 the hospital? please help!

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Likely not: Small red bumps that almost look like insect bites, but with pale middles, can be a sign of a normal rash. The rash goes away by itself, but has a scary name: erythema toxicum. However, if there is any sign of fever >100 or distress, trouble breathing, or you just have a bad feeling about it, being cautious with a one week old and getting medical attention is a must.

Answered 3/3/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Erythema toxicum: You baby has rash known as erythema toxicum. It is a benign rash that last about two weeks and disappears without any scarring. We don't really know what the cause is.

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