Question
A 28-day-old male newborn has developed some red dots, but the baby has no other abnormalities, is breastfed, and has normal bowel movements. Should this situation be a cause for concern?
Answer
The baby has a small number of red dots, with normal bowel movements and consistency. It is recommended that parents first observe the situation. Abdominal cold compress can be applied to keep the abdomen warm. If the baby is breastfed, the mother should avoid eating cold, spicy, and greasy foods and try to maintain a light diet. If the red dots spread or other symptoms appear, it is advisable to take the baby to the hospital for a routine stool examination.