| Abstract [eng] |
Background. Neonatal skin is thinner and more sensitive, thereby less resistant to environmental factors. It is more susceptible to damage and loses moisture more rapidly than adult skin. Consequently, neonates frequently experience rashes of dermatitic and infectious origin, which can significantly concern parents. Neonatal skin rashes may resolve spontaneously or may indicate underlying neonatal pathologies, thus it is essential for specialist physicians to recognize the most common neonatal skin impairments and to implement preventive measures and precise treatment methods for skin diseases. This paper reviews the neonatal skin rashes most commonly encountered in clinical practice, detailing their characteristic signs and symptoms, treatment options, and differential diagnosis. It describes prevalent conditions and impairments of neonatal skin, including transient neonatal dermatoses, vascular and lymphatic skin dysplasias, pigmentation disorders, and rashes of dermatitic and infectious origins. Distinguishing among neonatal skin diseases involves considering the typical onset time of the condition, the morphology of the rash, and its localization. Accurate identification of rashes, timely diagnosis of neonatal skin diseases, and the initiation of treatment when necessary are of critical importance. In Lithuania, there is a notable lack of systematized information, validated methodologies, and treatment guidelines, which would enable specialist physicians to specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of neonatal skin rashes. |
