Diaper Dermatitis - Irritant-Induced
Alternate Names : Irritant-Induced Diaper Dermatitis
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Diaper Rash
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Diaper rash may be caused by chemical irritants rather than bacterial or candidal infection. Common irritants include ammonia from the breakdown of urine, acids in the stool, and soaps used in laundering cloth diapers.
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Diapers and Diarrhea
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During bouts of diarrhea, the acid in the stool is very irritating to a baby's skin. Frequent diaper changes are necessary to avoid a painful rash.
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