Diaper rash is a skin inflammation that mostly occurs when a baby’s skin reacts to continuous wetness. The wetness can be from urination, diarrhea, moisture, or dirty diapers.
Normally the first sign of a diaper rash is the baby reacting negatively or crying when being wiped or when their diaper gets changed. Upon inspection, you may notice your baby’s bottom red in the affected area. The skin can progress to blisters and tiny ulcers.
Most diaper rash creams will remedy the situation. However, ensure you thoroughly clean the baby’s affected area. Using soap can cause the baby discomfort. Keep the diaper off the baby as much as possible to make the area moisture free.
The above two steps will make most diaper rashes disappear. However, if it gets worse, seek assistance from a pediatrician.
To prevent diaper rash, make sure you keep your baby clean and dry. Infections love moist and warm environments. You can also sprinkle baby powder on the baby’s bottom to help keep the baby dry.
Detergent and commercial baby wipes can also be the culprit in causing diaper rashes. Some baby’s skin can be sensitive to those. Therefore, if a diaper rash occurs, pay attention to what happened leading up to the rash so that you may ascertain its cause. If it is the detergent or commercial baby wipes you use, discontinue its use and seek products that are sensitive to a baby’s skin.
If these tips doesn’t help your baby in preventing diaper rashes and they continually occur, seek your pediatrician for advice.
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