Diaper rash is characterized by the following:
Skin signs. Diaper rash is a red, swollen and tender skin appearance of the diaper region - buttocks, thighs and genitals.
Changes in the mind of your child. You may feel your baby seems more uncomfortable than usual, especially in the diaper changes. A baby with a diaper rash often restless or cries when the diaper area is washed or touched.
Diaper rashes can occur intermittently, when your child wears diapers, but are most common in babies during their first 15 months, especially between 8 and 10 months of age.
When a doctor
Diaper rash is usually easy to treat and improve in a few days after starting treatment at home. If your baby's skin does not improve after several days of home treatment with over-the-counter ointment and more frequent diaper changes, talk with your doctor. Sometimes diaper rash led to secondary infections that may require prescription drugs.
Ask your child to explore, if:
The rash is severe
The rash worsens despite home treatment
Also see your doctor if the rash occurs with the following:
Fever
Blisters or sores
A rash that extends beyond the area of the layer
Pus or weeping discharge
Skin signs. Diaper rash is a red, swollen and tender skin appearance of the diaper region - buttocks, thighs and genitals.
Changes in the mind of your child. You may feel your baby seems more uncomfortable than usual, especially in the diaper changes. A baby with a diaper rash often restless or cries when the diaper area is washed or touched.
Diaper rashes can occur intermittently, when your child wears diapers, but are most common in babies during their first 15 months, especially between 8 and 10 months of age.
When a doctor
Diaper rash is usually easy to treat and improve in a few days after starting treatment at home. If your baby's skin does not improve after several days of home treatment with over-the-counter ointment and more frequent diaper changes, talk with your doctor. Sometimes diaper rash led to secondary infections that may require prescription drugs.
Ask your child to explore, if:
The rash is severe
The rash worsens despite home treatment
Also see your doctor if the rash occurs with the following:
Fever
Blisters or sores
A rash that extends beyond the area of the layer
Pus or weeping discharge
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