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Milia in newborns and babies Raising Children Network Skip to content navigation Toggle Main Nav Menu Header Search close Pregnancy Newborns Babies Toddlers Preschoolers School age Pre-teens Teens Grown-ups Autism Disability Causes of milia are tiny white lumps that sometimes come up on rsquo faces soon after birth caused by a collection dead cells keratin from the top layer skin getting trapped just below s surface Symptoms show primarily noses cheeks but they can appear anywhere their The usually less than mm across measure don t hurt or itch When see doctor about If you notice redness swelling crusting around take your child GP Treatment for You need treat with creams ointments because ll go away themselves without any treatment They within weeks months leave scars so try burst them Be patient wait naturally prevention hard prevent it help gently wash baby face every day pat dry Avoid pinching squeezing scrubbing Supported By is supported Australian Government Member organisations Parenting Research Centre Murdoch Childrens Institute Royal Hospital Community Child Health Organisations Follow us social media Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter Join subscribers who receive free parenting news Sign nowE-mail address input SubscribePrivacy statementTerms use – Australia Limited All rights reserved Warning This website information contains not intended as substitute professional consultation qualified practitioner certified On Net Foundation HON complies HONcode standard trustworthy health