Erythema toxicum neonatorum Erythema toxicum neonatorum Erythema toxicum neonatorum (also known as erythema toxicum, urticaria neonatorum and toxic erythema of the newborn) is a common rash in neonates. It appears in up to half of newborns carried to term, usually between day 2–5 after birth; it does not occur outside the neonatal period. Erythema toxicum is characterized by blotchy red spots on the skin with overlying white or yellow papules or pustules. These lesions may be few or numerous. The eruption typically resolves within first two weeks of life and frequently individual lesions will appear and disappear within minutes or hours. It is
Skin flora starting mechanism is similar to rosacea patients. Populations of "S. epidermidis" have also been isolated from pustules of rosacea patients. However it is possible that they were moved by "Demodex" to areas that favour growth as "Demodex" has shown to transport bacteria around the face. Current treatments include topical and oral antibiotics and laser therapy. As current research has yet to show a clear mechanism for "Demodex" influence in rosacea, there are no potential probiotic treatments. Skin microbes are a potential source of infected medical devices such as catheters. It is important to note that the human skin is host