My three-and-a-half-month-old baby has had a white spot on the left cheek near the lips for the past 10 days. Is this caused by cold winter weather or an underlying skin condition, and what safe ointment or treatment should I use?
A single white spot on your baby's cheek is very common and usually harmless. In winter, this is often just dry, chapped skin or a mild, temporary loss of pigment from drool or dry air (sometimes called pityriasis alba). To treat it safely, apply a thin layer of plain, fragrance-free petroleum jelly or a gentle, hypoallergenic baby moisturiser to protect the skin. Avoid using any medicated or steroid creams without a paediatrician's guidance. Please have your paediatrician examine the spot if it spreads, becomes red, flaky, or seems to cause your baby any discomfort.
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My three-and-a-half-month-old baby has had a white spot on the left cheek near the lips for the past 10 days. Is this caused by cold winter weather or an underlying skin condition, and what safe ointment or treatment should I use?