Frequently Asked Questions - Skin Conditions



Our Expert Health Visitors have answered the following questions on Breastfeeding to aid parents of infants & children 0-5 years. Look through the questions listed below, or use our confidential online Health Visitor support service if you would like to ask your own question.////


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Q My baby has a birthmark on her face - what caused it and can I get it removed? health visitors response

Q My baby girl has tiny white spots on her face - what are they and how do I get rid of them? health visitors response

Q My newborn baby has a rash what should I do? health visitors response

Q My baby has cradle cap it looks awful - what causes it and what can I do to get rid of it? health visitors response

Q My son has been diagnosed with Atopic eczema what is it? health visitors response

Q My baby has nappy rash can you give me some skin care advice? health visitors response

Q My baby is 2 weeks old and has lots of spots on his face, the spots are red and angry looking and have white heads on them what could this be? health visitors response

Q My newborn baby has what the doctor called a Mongolian blue spot on his back will it go away? health visitors response

Q My son has impetigo - what is it? health visitors response

Q My baby has oral thrush what is it and how can I get rid of it? health visitors response

Q My baby's belly button has a soft pink wet skin tag? What is it?
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Q My son has chickenpox how long do I keep him off nursery for?
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