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White (light) small spots on cheeks
Hello Doctors. My daughter is 6.5 months old. Since last 2 days I have noticed small white spots on her cheeks. Don't know whether it was there previously or not. M worried. Many thanks in advance.
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It is pityriasis alba. No need to worry. It will settle down on its own
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use a mild baby soap and a good moisturizer for ur baby
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don't use herbal bath powder and avoid direct sunlight
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Visual inspection is required for proper diagnosis.
Till then do not use any soap or oil on face. Just use normal water to clean the baby
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