Diaper Rash

Diaper rash is inflammatory eruption in diaper area (irritant contact dermatitis, often Candida superinfection), common in infants, presenting with bright-red plaques on convex surfaces, sharply demarcated, with satellite papules/pustules. Treatment: frequent diaper changes; warm water cleansing (avoid wipes/alcohol); barrier ointment (zinc oxide/petrolatum) at each change; air-dry; super-absorbent diapers; topical nystatin/ketoconazole/ miconazole if candidal; low-potency topical hydrocortisone for irritant dermatitis; oral antibiotics if secondary bacterial infection; treat diarrhea/irritant causes; follow-up; rule out atopic/psoriasiform/acrodermatitis enteropathica/histidinemia.

Common Symptoms

Bright-red diaper-area plaques; satellite pustules; infants; by irritant/candida

Causes and Pathogenesis

Urine/feces/moisture occlusion and Candida overgrowth cause dermatitis.

Treatment

Frequent changes; barrier cream; air dry; antifungals/mild steroids

Preventive Measures

Frequent diaper changes; barrier ointment; gentle cleansing.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology/Pediatrics department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.