Neonatal acne is mainly due to increased androgen levels in newborns.
Neonatal acne is a chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands of the skin follicles that occurs at birth or during the neonatal period. It is mainly caused by increased levels of androgens in the body, which may be due to excessive secretion of maternal androgens during pregnancy, which passes through the placenta to the fetus and causes acne to develop. On the other hand Malassezia may also be involved in the pathogenesis.
Neonatal acne is self-limiting and generally does not require treatment; normal cleansing and care is sufficient. Normal cleansing and care is sufficient. Daily moisturizers should be used to keep the acne fresh, and topical hormonal ointment should be used if necessary, and the medication should be prescribed by the doctor.