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What sort of disorder is a rash of reddened spots on a newborn?
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Usually normal: Many infants develop rashes early in life. These are almost all normal and go away without treatment. Rashes that might be more concerning are vesicular (fluid filled) or those that are accompanied by fever.
Answered 12/14/2014
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Erythema toxicum: Or urticaria neonatorum is a very common benign rash in the newborns.
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