Pediatric Skin Conditions

Common Pediatric Skin Conditions

Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

• Chronic inflammatory skin condition
• Most common pediatric skin condition
• Characterized by dry, itchy, scaly skin
• Triggers: allergens, irritants, temperature changes, and stress
• Treatment: topical corticosteroids, moisturizers, and avoidance of triggers

Acne

• Most common in pre-teens and teens
• Caused by hormonal changes, clogged pores, and bacterial infection
• Treatment: topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and oral antibiotics (if severe)

Molluscum Contagiosum

• Viral infection causing skin lesions
• Highly contagious
• Characterized by small, flesh-colored bumps
• Treatment: watchful waiting, topical treatments, or removal by a doctor

Infantile Hemangiomas

• Benign growths of blood vessels
• Appear as red, raised, or flat patches
• Most common in infants
• Treatment: observation, topical or oral steroids, or laser therapy

Pediatric Skin Infections

Impetigo

• Bacterial infection causing skin lesions
• Characterized by red, itchy, and oozing sores
• Treatment: topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics (if severe)

Cellulitis

• Bacterial infection of skin and underlying tissue
• Characterized by red, swollen, and warm skin
• Treatment: oral antibiotics

Pediatric Skin Lesions

Congenital Melanocytic Nevi

• Benign moles present at birth
• Increased risk of melanoma
• Treatment: monitoring, excision (if necessary)

Salmon Patches

• Benign, flat, pink patches on the face and neck
• Common in newborns
• Usually fade with time

Cafe-au-Lait Spots

• Benign, light brown patches on the skin
• Common in children
• May be associated with genetic disorders (e.g., neurofibromatosis)

Developmental Skin Conditions

Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum

• Benign, common rash in newborns
• Characterized by red, blotchy patches
• Treatment: none needed

Milia

• Small, white bumps on the nose and face
• Caused by trapped keratin protein
• Treatment: none needed

Neonatal Acne

• Benign, common acne in newborns
• Caused by maternal hormones
• Treatment: none needed