Q9. What are milia?

A9. These are small white spots which develop on your baby’s eyelids, cheeks, nose and chin. They can also develop inside the roof of his/her mouth or on the gums. Milia are very common amongst babies and occur when dead skin cells clog the pores of the skin. These build up to form a small spot or bump but this wears away, removing the dead skin.

Milia usually clear up without the need for treatment.

Find out more in our milia section.

FAQS Index : Guide to Baby Skin Rashes


FAQs Intro

  1. Why do babies develop skin rashes?
  2. What are the most common skin rashes in babies?
  3. What is cradle cap?
  4. What is baby acne?
  5. What is baby eczema?
  6. What is heat rash?
  7. What are hives?
  8. What is urticaria?
  9. What are milia?
  10. What is impetigo?
  11. What types of birthmarks do babies get?
  12. What causes chickenpox?
  1. What causes measles?
  2. Can babies get German measles (rubella)?
  3. What is ringworm?
  4. Can babies develop psoriasis?
  5. What is scabies?
  6. What is roseola?
  7. What are viral skin rashes?
  8. Does my baby have a wart?
  9. What is the treatment for baby skin rashes?
  10. Why is the MMR vaccine controversial?
  11. Can you prevent baby skin rashes?

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