Treatment of diaper rash in children

Treatment of diaper rash in children depends on the stage of development of inflammation.

Light reddening and swelling occurs in a short time with the skin dry and clean, periodically lubricating the problem areas with baby cream. It is good to treat intertrigo in children panthenol, which turns into pantothenic acid (improves the regenerative activity of the mucous skin). With long-lasting non-inflammatory phenomena, treatment with therapeutic creams requires drapolen or bepantene.

If the inflammation on the child's skin grows into a pustular wound with numerous cracks and begins to creep through the body, then it is necessary to consult a pediatrician. The specialist should identify the cause of the pathology, usually an allergic reaction or attachment to inflammation of the infection. Treatment of diaper rash in a child in this situation requires the use of zinc oxide, talc, applying methyluracil / tannin ointment, the use of ultraviolet radiation. In parallel, problem areas are washed with a weak solution of manganese, infusion of the oak bark and allow the skin to breathe. Interventions of an allergic nature are treated with hydrocortisone ointment (1%) with parallel administration of suprastin. Purulent formations are greased with greenery or blue (only aqueous solutions).

Treatment of diaper rash in infants

The most vulnerable spots of the babies are the genital area, the butt, the hips and the folds of the skin. Affected by the intertrigo of the dermis looks overdried or on the contrary excessively moist, can contain cracks, pimples, pustules. Wet skin is a favorite environment for pathogens, in order to avoid bacteria entering the irritation zone, it is important to carefully care for the area with diaper rash.

Treatment of diaper rash in infants, general rules:

• give preference to natural tissues;
• use quality diapers;
• exclude synthetics;
• watch for hygienic creases on the skin, regularly wash the baby (especially after a loose stool);
• use the solutions of chamomile, the steps for bathing the baby;
• do not forget about air procedures;
• at the first traces of inflammation use a weak solution of manganese;
• the introduction of the first complementary foods is a time of special attention for changes in the baby's body. Give new food in small portions to prevent allergies.

Independently to choose powders, a cream and other drying up means does not follow, with this question it is necessary to address to the pediatrist. However, in the medicine cabinet of the baby should be: lotrimin (ointment from fungi), hydrocortisone (1%).

Treatment of diaper rash in infants will depend on what kind of rashes are found on the body: Clinical manifestations Cause / factors-provocators Therapy reddening in the form of a ring around the anus allergic manifestation (when feeding a new complementary food, abusing a mother with some product), exclude from ration presumptive irritants, mum should not lean on citrus contact dermatitis - the red pigment is revealed in places of contact with diapers (waist, hips) reaction to the material itself diapers / diapers, a detergent, chemical changes in the baby's body after consuming medicines (urine and feces become the strongest provocateurs) dipping problem areas into warm, boiled water for at least 5 minutes, followed by providing skin breathing; the use of hydrocortisone ointment of the intertrigo is manifested in the areas of friction of the skin folds, for example, in the groin area the pain causes the treatment of the skin on the pitted area of urine, the treatment of the skin with petroleum jelly impetigo resembles a honey-colored crust (most often on the buttocks), the pus or staphylococci ) only after a medical consultation; mainly ointments based on antibiotics kandidamikoz (affects the genital area) can be suspected if the diaper can not be defeated for a long time; diagnosed by bright rashes with clear boundaries sometimes with bubbles yeast fungi antifungal ointment eczema seborrheic type characterized by a huge red halo on the genitals, in the groin and abdomen; the affected area of the skin is swollen, thickened, greasy and dirty joining the diaper rash of pathogens by treatment with cortisone or other ointments only as directed by the doctor.

Treatment of diaper rash in newborns

The tender skin of newborns is very sensitive. Upon contact with the urine, it easily inflames. Also, the baby's skin can be infected with fungal flora after passing through the birth canal of the mother, infected with a hidden infection. There are intertrigues of bright spots in the genital area and on the pope, rash, swelling, cracks, erosions, abscesses and other unpleasant symptoms.

Of course, it is better to prevent skin inflammation of the baby than to treat diaper rash. Parents should remember that the dermis of the baby has less sebaceous ducts, so do not abuse frequent bathing with soap. Wet rubbing of a child in the warm season can also lead to negative consequences. Treatment of diaper rash in newborns is carried out immediately after the discovery of the first areas with redness or rash. The affected area is washed with warm boiled water and gently impregnated with a soft cloth. Heal the wounds, eliminate abscesses and sores will help the broths of chamomile, plantain, string, nut, sage. Do not use any alcohol-containing lotions or tinctures. Using talcum powder can provoke diaper rash in newborns with sensitive skin. The fact is that talc in contact with the urine forms an airtight film, which prevents normal skin breathing. Air baths are the best way to prevent and treat diaper rash.

Bubchen from diaper rash

With natural products, the baby's skin will always remain tender and healthy. A series of bureaucrats from diaper rash is presented:

• oil - the perfect care from the moment of birth. Suitable for daily use, can be applied under a diaper. Consists of oils of sunflower and karite, and also an extract of calendula;
• cream - use from the first days of life. Among the active ingredients - chamomile extract, zinc oxide, panthenol, beeswax, removing irritation, redness and repairing damaged skin. Protective film from the cream protects the sensitive skin from external stimuli;
• cream special protection - quick help for dry, damaged or inflamed skin of the baby from the first days of life. The composition includes fish oil, chamomile extract, allantoin and vitamin E. It is recommended to treat intertrigo at least four times a day before the cream is completely absorbed;
• powder - has a high absorbent activity due to the finely dispersed talcum powder. It is applied to the skin after bathing and changing the diaper. Does not roll;
• Special cream with calendula - regenerates, removes inflammation and redness. Used in the therapy and prevention of diaper rash on the skin of babies prone to allergic manifestations;
• A protective cream for a diaper - is relevant during the night sleep. Has a calming, healing and anti-inflammatory effect. It is used in preterm and low-weight children;
• napkins - are relevant in road conditions.