Diaper Rash Causes, Treatments:

Rashes in babies and children who wear diaper are quite common and are called diaper rash. The child can develop a rash when there is a change in the feeding habits of the child – especially when breast feeding is stopped and supplemental feeding is started; by intake of acid containing foods like tomatoes and oranges or sensitivity to sugar.

Important: The infant or child’s bottom should be kept dry.

Preferably change diapers often or stop using diapers. Use a hair-dry with warm setting to dry the skin. Seek medical assistance immediately if you suspect bladder infection or yeast/fungal infection sets in.

Symptoms, Remedies of Diaper Rash:

Urine has a very foul smell, extremely sour; skin itches and reddens; the child wants to be held, carried and comforted; also accompanied by diarrhea due to the intake of sour or unfamiliar food.
Remedy – Acidum benzoicum
Rash is present particularly during teething; the child is very moody; wants to be carried always; complains in annoying, crying voice; shows a lot of temper tantrums
Remedy – Chamomilla 200
Pustules are similar to chicken pox, with pale to light red color; skin is hot, extremely itchy and is swollen.

Remedy – Rhus toxicodendron

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Rashes on my babies skin due to diaper on January 17th, 2010 6:35 am

My baby has rashes on his buttocks that are dry. I wear diaper for him each night. Is this rash because of the diaper? How can I avoid these itchy spots on my baby’s body due to the diaper?

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Salina Reply:
January 27th, 2010 at 11:44 pm
What causes nappy rash?

• A nappy / diaper with urine and feces, worn by the baby for a prolonged period of time, is the chief cause.
• Fungal infection and bacterial infection are other significant factors responsible for nappy rash.
• Eczema or dermatitis during babyhood (2 weeks to 6 months).
• Allergic reaction to a particular product like soap, oil, shampoo, or powder could generate a nappy rash.

Treatment

• Change the nappy regularly. Ensure that you change the soiled nappy immediately, when the baby passes stool or urine.
• Let your baby play around without wearing a diaper, for as long as possible. This will help the rash to heal quickly.
• Clean the anal, urethral, and genital areas properly, every time he defecates / urinates. Let the area dry completely, before you put on another diaper.
• Permit adequate room for air to circulate around the nappy area. Let the baby’s body breathe. Do not tie the nappy too tightly.
• Ascertain that the baby products that you use are not giving him a rash.
• In case the condition persists for more than five days, consult a pediatrician, let the doctor investigate for any serious infection.

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nicky on March 6th, 2010 5:30 am

My daughter is 1 year 6 months and the redness on the lining of the outside of her vagina is always red. She does not complain or cry it looks like a rash it’s been there for quite a long time now. What should I do?

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Holistic Health Reply:
March 10th, 2010 at 2:40 am
This problem is common among children of this age; it may be due to continuous wetness which remains after urinating. Bacterial and fungal growth will flourish in moist place, so keep the area dry.

• Avoid using perfumed soaps which may irritate vaginal area.
• Avoid fit and tight clothing’s.
• Mild soap and warm water should be used gently to cleanse the area.
• Toilet paper should be used to dry the area from front to back, after passing urine.
• Take this preventive measures and the rash will disappear.

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