Baby blackheads

Infantile acne, also known as neonatal acne (Acne neonatorum), is caused by hormones carried by the newborn from the placenta of the mother. Generally speaking, it occurs from half to three months after birth Mostly on the forehead and face, the shape is white, black, pus. The cause is unclear, and may be caused by increased androgen secretion at birth. Familial tendencies occur within 3 months, almost all of which are boys. Acne can resolve within months. Healing scars can be left after healing.

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