Question
A one-month-old baby is coughing and has acne on the face. I’m not sure if it’s eczema or another issue. The acne clears up after applying Mupirocin ointment but then new ones grow out, and there are red spots in the corners of the eyes.
Answer
Based on your description, the baby’s symptoms may be related to excessive sebum secretion, or it could be related to the mother’s diet. It is recommended to continue applying Mupirocin ointment or Clindamycin metronidazole gel twice a day until the symptoms improve. Additionally, during breastfeeding, the mother should maintain a light diet, avoiding spicy, sweet, greasy, seafood, barbecue, alcohol, and other foods. Pay attention to personal hygiene, keep the living environment and bedding clean, and avoid using cosmetics and lipsticks to promote the baby’s skin health.