Very low urgency
Very common-
It is an irritation of the skin in contact with the nappy.
Factors that favour its appearance include: humidity, urine contact, frequent bowel movements, nappy rubs and/or reactions to soaps or perfumes.
Symptoms include: redness of the area, rashes, pimples, blisters, sores and/or areas of peeling skin on the part that covers the nappy.
Diagnosis is made by examining the affected skin.
Treatment includes
- Proper hygiene
- Daily bathing with water and neutral soap
- Frequent nappy changes
- Keeping the nappy area dry and exposed to the air for as long as possible
- avoiding nappies that are too tight
- Apply a paste to the water (zinc oxide) to protect the area and do not use talcum powder or scented wipes.
- Depending on the degree of irritation, corticosteroid ointments and specific or antifungal ointments may be used if it is caused by an infection from a fungus called Candida.
This usually responds well to treatment. If it does not, see your paediatrician immediately.
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- UpToDate [Internet]. Waltham. 2017. Diaper dermatitis; [citado el 12 de julio de 2017]. Disponible en: http://www.uptodate.com/contents/diaper-dermatitis?source=search_result&search=dermatitis+del+pa%C3%B1al&selectedTitle=1~36
Dr. Maria Trabazo
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