Diaper Rash Symptoms

Signs and symptoms
... Diaper rash is characterized by reddish, puffy and perhaps slightly warmer skin in the diaper region — buttocks, thighs and genitals. You may notice your baby seems more uncomfortable than usual...

Causes
... Diaper rash can be traced to a number of causes, including: Irritation from stool and urine. Prolonged exposure to urine or feces can irritate a baby''s sensitive skin. Your baby may be more prone to ...

Diaper Rash Prevention

Prevention
... A few simple strategies can help decrease the likelihood of diaper rash developing on your baby''s skin: Change diapers often. Remove dirty diapers promptly. If your child is in child care, ask staff ...

Diaper Rash Treatment

Treatment
... The best treatment for diaper rash is to keep your baby''s skin as clean and dry as possible. If your baby''s diaper rash persists during home treatment, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal cream ...

Self-care
... Various diaper rash medications are available without a prescription. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for specific recommendations. Some popular over-the-counter products are A and D, Balmex and Des...

Diaper Rash Other

Diaper Rash
... What is a diaper rash? Diaper rash is the most common skin problem among infants. It is generally caused by moisture in the diaper area causing a wet environment that promotes bacterial growth. As its...

Overview
... You start to change your baby''s diaper, and there it is — a patchwork of bright red skin on your baby''s bottom. Don''t panic. What you''re seeing is most likely diaper rash, a common form of i...