Preparing for an appointment

If you're following a standard well-baby exam schedule, your baby will likely visit with your family doctor or pediatrician soon. These regular appointments offer a good opportunity to discuss concerns about your baby's health. For baby acne, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:

• Is my baby's condition likely temporary or long lasting?
• What treatments are available?
• Do I need to follow any skin care restrictions for my baby?
• Will this acne scar my baby's face?

What to expect from your baby's doctor

In order to determine the seriousness of your baby's acne, your baby's doctor may ask you:

• Do you have a family history of severe acne?
• Has your baby come into contact with any medications that can cause acne, such as corticosteroids or iodine-containing drugs?