Médecine néonatale et pédiatrique

Abstrait

Healthy Neonates Skin Characteristics and Care

Meka Pavan Kalyan

The very first month of life is referred to as the neonatal period. The skin of a healthy newborn has structural components that are similar to those of an adult, but it has several properties that are distinct from adult skin. It takes time to adjust to the external environment and mature. During this phase, additional care and attention should be given to skin health and the prevention of illnesses that affect not only the skin but also other systems such as the respiratory system.