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What Does A Small Dark Spot On The Bottom Lips Of An Infant Indicate?

My baby was only 5 weeks when I noticed a small dark spot on both sides and in the middle of her bottom lips. But it s been 4 days now and it is still there but spreading and also appears on the upper lip. I was breastfeeding but started her on infamil only a week ago. Can u say what is causing this please? I am worried.
Wed, 3 Aug 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query small dark spot on the bottom lips of an infant can occur due to excessive saliva in mouth,due to nipple cracking and due to deficiency of certain vitamins especially Vitamin B12 and it could be hyperpigmentation. Do not panic as it is easily treatable .

I would suggest you to :-

- Apply coconut oil and any good soothing agent on nipples. You can apply glycerin agent as well to prevent nipple cracking.

- Also apply vitamin C oil at night.

- Apply kojic acid cream twice a day which is natural extract of mushroom and safe for use.

- Give Becosules syrup to child.

If condition doesn't start getting better then consult dermatologist/ pediatrician . Doctor may prescribe steroid cream and start proper treatment.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Does A Small Dark Spot On The Bottom Lips Of An Infant Indicate?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query small dark spot on the bottom lips of an infant can occur due to excessive saliva in mouth,due to nipple cracking and due to deficiency of certain vitamins especially Vitamin B12 and it could be hyperpigmentation. Do not panic as it is easily treatable . I would suggest you to :- - Apply coconut oil and any good soothing agent on nipples. You can apply glycerin agent as well to prevent nipple cracking. - Also apply vitamin C oil at night. - Apply kojic acid cream twice a day which is natural extract of mushroom and safe for use. - Give Becosules syrup to child. If condition doesn t start getting better then consult dermatologist/ pediatrician . Doctor may prescribe steroid cream and start proper treatment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari