Erythema toxicum neonatorum
Synopsis
Erythema toxicum neonatorum is a common, benign skin eruption of uncertain cause that affects newborns. It is seen in term infants and is rare in the premature. The rash develops in most infants between the second and fourth day of life and resolves within hours to days.
Codes
ICD10CM:
P83.1 – Neonatal erythema toxicum
SNOMEDCT:
1162449005 – Erythema toxicum neonatorum
P83.1 – Neonatal erythema toxicum
SNOMEDCT:
1162449005 – Erythema toxicum neonatorum
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Last Updated:03/11/2019
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