Affiliation:
1. Nottingham City Hospital, Huchnall Road, Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Abstract
■ Most infants experience nappy rash between 7 and 9 months ■ Skin wetness, increase in skin pH and the presence of faecal enzymes are the primary factors associated with skin breakdown ■ Nappy rash is preventable ■ Treatment of nappy rash is often based on trial and error ■ Useful preparations include barrier creams, antibacterials, antifungals and steroids depending on the severity and extent of rash
Subject
Pediatrics,Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health