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erythema toxicum neonatorum

Medical Definition

A benign, self-limited eruption of vesicles, pustules, papules and macules seen in newborns. an eosinophilic infiltrate can be isolated suggesting an immune-mediated reaction in the skin.

Wikipedia Summary

Erythema toxicum neonatorum is a common, non-threatening rash in newborns. It appears in 40-70% of newborns within the first week of life, and it typically improves within 1–2 weeks...
Related Codes (2)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
L53.0Toxic erythema
Additional Codes (1)Type 1 Excludes (1)
P83.1Neonatal erythema toxicum

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