Preventing and treating diaper rash
May 09, 2010
THE best way to treat diaper rash is to keep your baby’s diaper area clean and dry. But even with all the prevention in the world, your baby may still get diaper rash. Dr. Amos Mulindwa gives the following preventative measures to help you treat rash.
THE best way to treat diaper rash is to keep your baby’s diaper area clean and dry. But even with all the prevention in the world, your baby may still get diaper rash. Dr. Amos Mulindwa gives the following preventative measures to help you treat rash.
Change your baby’s diaper as soon as he or she soils it. l Wash your baby’s bottom with warm water using wash clothes or cotton balls instead of baby wipes.
If you think your baby’s rash is a bacterial infection notify your doctor, who will most likely prescribe a topical or oral antibiotic
Using an ointment on your baby’s bottom can put a protective barrier between urine, stool and your baby’s skin. Most doctors discourage the use of talcum powder, which can cause lung problems.
Old school nappies are, interestingly, the ultimate option. Studies have shown that the use of disposable diapers increases the likelihood of diaper rash.
Consider using cloth diapers at home and use disposables when you are on the go.
Give your baby’s bottom exposure in open air without diapers on. The more fresh air your baby’s bottom is exposed to the faster the rash will heal.
If your baby is having a recurring problem with diaper rash, try switching the type of diapers you are using. If you are using disposable diapers, try cloth ones. Some of the dyes and perfumes in disposables may be the cause of your baby’s rash.
Limit frequent use of soap on your baby’s bottom. Washing two or three times a week is enough.
Baby wipes cause more irritation to an existing rash and some contain alcohol which dries up your baby’s skin completely.
Use a very mild detergent when washing cloth diapers.
Wash clothes used to clean your baby’s bottom thoroughly.
Change your baby’s diaper as soon as he or she soils it. l Wash your baby’s bottom with warm water using wash clothes or cotton balls instead of baby wipes.
If you think your baby’s rash is a bacterial infection notify your doctor, who will most likely prescribe a topical or oral antibiotic
Using an ointment on your baby’s bottom can put a protective barrier between urine, stool and your baby’s skin. Most doctors discourage the use of talcum powder, which can cause lung problems.
Old school nappies are, interestingly, the ultimate option. Studies have shown that the use of disposable diapers increases the likelihood of diaper rash.
Consider using cloth diapers at home and use disposables when you are on the go.
Give your baby’s bottom exposure in open air without diapers on. The more fresh air your baby’s bottom is exposed to the faster the rash will heal.
If your baby is having a recurring problem with diaper rash, try switching the type of diapers you are using. If you are using disposable diapers, try cloth ones. Some of the dyes and perfumes in disposables may be the cause of your baby’s rash.
Limit frequent use of soap on your baby’s bottom. Washing two or three times a week is enough.
Baby wipes cause more irritation to an existing rash and some contain alcohol which dries up your baby’s skin completely.
Use a very mild detergent when washing cloth diapers.
Wash clothes used to clean your baby’s bottom thoroughly.