How long does it take for a newborn's lanugo to fall out?

Patient's question:

The child just born doesn't know what's going on, there are always red spots on their body, and they are spitting up milk. Please ask how long it takes for a newborn's to fall off.

Doctor's answer:

The baby's lanugo usually falls off gradually after about a month, and there is generally no need to worry or any side effects. Treatment involves maintaining a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water, and timely calcium supplementation.
Hello, this condition may be caused by local pigmentation deposition, and as there are no other discomforts, it should not be a serious issue. It's important to pay attention to daily hygiene, rest, and dietary adjustments, and to have regular follow-up examinations for monitoring.

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