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'''Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis''' is a benign, idiopathic, vesiculopustular dermatosis that is present at birth or in the early neonatal period. It is characterized by small, superficial, sterile pustules that rupture easily, leaving a collarette of scale and pigmented macules that persist for several weeks to months.
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{{Infobox medical condition
== Clinical Presentation ==
| name                    = Transient neonatal pustular melanosis
 
| image                  = [[File:Transient_Neonatal_Pustular_Melanosis_3.jpg|250px]]
[[Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis]] presents at birth or within the first few days of life with small (1-3 mm), flaccid, superficial, sterile pustules. These pustules rupture easily, leaving behind a collarette of scale and pigmented macules. The macules are brown to black and persist for several weeks to months. The lesions are most commonly found on the chin, neck, back, and extremities, but can be found anywhere on the body.
| caption                = Transient neonatal pustular melanosis on a newborn
 
| synonyms                = TNPM
== Diagnosis ==
| field                  = [[Dermatology]]
 
| symptoms                = Pustules, vesicles, and pigmented macules
The diagnosis of [[Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis]] is typically made clinically, based on the characteristic appearance of the lesions. A skin biopsy is rarely needed, but if performed, it shows intraepidermal vesicles filled with neutrophils and eosinophils, and the dermis may show a mild perivascular lymphocytic infiltrate.
| onset                  = At birth
 
| duration                = Resolves within a few days to weeks
== Treatment ==
| causes                  = Unknown
 
| risks                  = More common in [[African American]] infants
No treatment is necessary for [[Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis]], as the condition is self-limiting and resolves spontaneously. The pigmented macules gradually fade over several weeks to months.
| diagnosis              = Clinical examination
 
| differential            = [[Erythema toxicum neonatorum]], [[Neonatal acne]], [[Miliaria]]
== Epidemiology ==
| treatment              = None required
 
| prognosis              = Excellent
[[Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis]] is more common in African American infants, but it can occur in infants of any race. It is also more common in female infants.
| frequency              = Common in newborns
 
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== See Also ==
{{Short description|A benign skin condition in newborns}}
 
'''Transient neonatal pustular melanosis''' (TNPM) is a benign skin condition that occurs in newborns. It is characterized by the presence of pustules, vesicles, and pigmented macules on the skin. TNPM is more common in full-term infants and is seen more frequently in African American newborns.
==Presentation==
TNPM typically presents at birth or within the first few days of life. The condition is marked by three stages of skin lesions:
* '''Pustules''': These are small, superficial pustules that are non-erythematous and contain a clear or cloudy fluid. They are usually 1-3 mm in diameter.
* '''Vesicles''': As the pustules rupture, they leave behind vesicles that are also small and superficial.
* '''Pigmented macules''': After the vesicles resolve, they leave behind hyperpigmented macules that are brown in color. These macules can persist for several weeks to months.
The lesions are typically distributed on the forehead, chin, neck, back, and buttocks, but they can appear anywhere on the body.
==Diagnosis==
Diagnosis of TNPM is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance and distribution of the lesions. A skin scraping or biopsy can be performed to confirm the diagnosis, revealing neutrophils and cellular debris without bacteria or fungi.
==Differential diagnosis==
TNPM should be differentiated from other neonatal skin conditions such as:
* [[Erythema toxicum neonatorum]]
* [[Neonatal acne]]
* [[Neonatal acne]]
* [[Miliaria]]
* [[Congenital herpes simplex]]
==Management==
No treatment is necessary for TNPM, as it is a self-limiting condition. The pustules and vesicles resolve spontaneously, and the pigmented macules fade over time without intervention.
==Prognosis==
The prognosis for infants with TNPM is excellent. The condition does not cause any discomfort or complications and resolves without scarring.
==Epidemiology==
TNPM is more prevalent in full-term infants and is seen more frequently in African American newborns. It is less common in Caucasian and Asian infants.
==See also==
* [[Neonatal dermatology]]
* [[Erythema toxicum neonatorum]]
* [[Erythema toxicum neonatorum]]
* [[Miliaria]]
* [[Neonatal acne]]
 
== References ==
 
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[[Category:Dermatology]]
[[Category:Pediatrics]]
[[Category:Neonatology]]
[[Category:Neonatology]]
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Transient neonatal pustular melanosis
Synonyms TNPM
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Pustules, vesicles, and pigmented macules
Complications N/A
Onset At birth
Duration Resolves within a few days to weeks
Types N/A
Causes Unknown
Risks More common in African American infants
Diagnosis Clinical examination
Differential diagnosis Erythema toxicum neonatorum, Neonatal acne, Miliaria
Prevention N/A
Treatment None required
Medication N/A
Prognosis Excellent
Frequency Common in newborns
Deaths N/A


A benign skin condition in newborns


Transient neonatal pustular melanosis (TNPM) is a benign skin condition that occurs in newborns. It is characterized by the presence of pustules, vesicles, and pigmented macules on the skin. TNPM is more common in full-term infants and is seen more frequently in African American newborns.

Presentation[edit]

TNPM typically presents at birth or within the first few days of life. The condition is marked by three stages of skin lesions:

  • Pustules: These are small, superficial pustules that are non-erythematous and contain a clear or cloudy fluid. They are usually 1-3 mm in diameter.
  • Vesicles: As the pustules rupture, they leave behind vesicles that are also small and superficial.
  • Pigmented macules: After the vesicles resolve, they leave behind hyperpigmented macules that are brown in color. These macules can persist for several weeks to months.

The lesions are typically distributed on the forehead, chin, neck, back, and buttocks, but they can appear anywhere on the body.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of TNPM is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance and distribution of the lesions. A skin scraping or biopsy can be performed to confirm the diagnosis, revealing neutrophils and cellular debris without bacteria or fungi.

Differential diagnosis[edit]

TNPM should be differentiated from other neonatal skin conditions such as:

Management[edit]

No treatment is necessary for TNPM, as it is a self-limiting condition. The pustules and vesicles resolve spontaneously, and the pigmented macules fade over time without intervention.

Prognosis[edit]

The prognosis for infants with TNPM is excellent. The condition does not cause any discomfort or complications and resolves without scarring.

Epidemiology[edit]

TNPM is more prevalent in full-term infants and is seen more frequently in African American newborns. It is less common in Caucasian and Asian infants.

See also[edit]

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