MILIA

Milia are tiny white bumps or small cysts on the skin. They are almost always seen in newborn babies.

• Common (50% of infants)
• Multiple 1-3mm, white-yellow papules on nose, chin & cheeks
• Keratin filled epithelial cysts
• Usually appear in 1st month of life & may persist several months, but may occur at any age
• Can be excised and contents expressed.