What is Diaper Dermatitis?
Diaper dermatitis or diaper rash is an irritation that appears in the diaper area. There could be many cuases for it but the most common one is contact.
This condition is present in babies BUT adults who wear incontinence diapers can also be victims of it.
In this lens you will learn all about diaper dermatitis. Don't forget to rate it!
This condition is present in babies BUT adults who wear incontinence diapers can also be victims of it.
In this lens you will learn all about diaper dermatitis. Don't forget to rate it!
Should You Worry About Diaper Dermatitis?
You can breath relaxed, diaper dermatitis has nothing to do with your parental skills, so don't blame yourself. This is a very common type of dermatitis, and the most frequent type of contact dermatitis.However, when you notice it, is better to treat it as soon as possible, to prevent complications and infections.
How to Know If Your Baby Has Diaper Dermatitis
Diaper dermatitis is really easy to spot. If you change your baby's diapers you will know exactly when did they appear.It shows up as rednees on the skin covered and surrounding the diaper. At first it looks like red spots, but as it spreads it shows as a big red area.
If you notice this, you should go to the baby's doctor and ask for a porper treatment.
How Id Diaper Dermatitis Treated?
First, it should be determined the material that is causing the contact dermatitis and avoid it.
The diapers must be changed frequently to avoid urine be on the surface of the skin.
Instead of cleaning the area with disposable cloth, you should use warm and a soft cloth.
Besides these care steps, the doctor will also advice to use hydrocortisone 1% to help this rash "back down". Treatment with hydrocortisone must be followed only for the specified time (usually aroun 5-6 days)
The diapers must be changed frequently to avoid urine be on the surface of the skin.
Instead of cleaning the area with disposable cloth, you should use warm and a soft cloth.
Besides these care steps, the doctor will also advice to use hydrocortisone 1% to help this rash "back down". Treatment with hydrocortisone must be followed only for the specified time (usually aroun 5-6 days)
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