Prevention and Treatment of Diaper Rash

Diaper Rash Treatment

Prevention and Treatment of Diaper Rash
To keep baby's diaper area healthy change diapers frequently avoiding prolonged contact of wet or soiled diapers.

A- Prevention
• Change your baby often to avoid prolonged contact with wet or soiled diapers.
• Clean the diaper area thoroughly and allow to dry.
• Apply a diaper rash ointment at each diaper change to create a protective barrier between your baby’s tender skin and the irritants that cause diaper rash.
• If your baby already has a rash, choose a product that contains zinc oxide and other ingredients to soothe the skin and promote healing
Prevention and Treatment of Diaper Rash

B- Treatment
• At the first sign of redness or on more advanced cases of diaper rash,gently apply the diaper rash treatment.
• Remember, it’s especially important to apply diaper rash ointment at bedtime, when your baby’s skin will be exposed to wetness for a longer period of time.
• Treat the rash at each subsequent diaper change to prevent recurrence.
• If your baby’s skin has blisters, open sores, is severely red or does not respond to diaper rash treatment, call your pediatrician. A prescription medication may be required.