Irritant diaper dermatitis
Irritant Diaper Dermatitis
Irritant diaper dermatitis (pronounced: ir-ri-tant di-per der-ma-ti-tis), also known as diaper rash, is a common condition that can cause a baby's skin to become sore, red, and tender. The condition is usually caused by prolonged exposure to a wet or soiled diaper.
Etymology
The term "irritant diaper dermatitis" is derived from the words "irritant", which refers to something that causes discomfort or distress, "diaper", which is a type of underwear that allows the wearer to defecate or urinate without the use of a toilet, and "dermatitis", which is a general term for skin inflammation.
Causes
Irritant diaper dermatitis is primarily caused by skin irritation from prolonged contact with urine and feces. Other potential causes include yeast infection, bacterial infection, and allergic reaction to diaper material.
Symptoms
The main symptom of irritant diaper dermatitis is a red, tender rash in the diaper area. Other symptoms may include skin chafing, skin ulceration, and secondary skin infections.
Treatment
Treatment for irritant diaper dermatitis typically involves frequent diaper changes, use of barrier creams, and in severe cases, application of topical corticosteroids. If a secondary infection is present, antifungal or antibacterial creams may be required.
Related Terms
- Dermatitis
- Diaper Rash
- Yeast Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Allergic Reaction
- Corticosteroids
- Antifungal
- Antibacterial
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Irritant diaper dermatitis
- Wikipedia's article - Irritant diaper dermatitis
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