diaper rash

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Registered: 09-20-2004
diaper rash
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Sun, 09-26-2004 - 9:10am
It doesn't matter how many times or much of diaper rash cream (i use Aquaphor) i use on my son... it still keeps coming back! :( any one use anything special or - does powder really work?- i was told that it just holds in moister. I've talked to my doctor, but he just says to keep using the cream i'm using. I can't get a second opinion from another doctor, because the doc that we have on base (we're stationed in England). PLEASE HELP!!
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Registered: 06-24-2004
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Sun, 09-26-2004 - 12:17pm
I totally understand. My son had a severe diaper rash I couldn't get rid of and the Dr. prescribed a cream called Muciprocin. The rash cleared up in about 3-4 days and we haven't seen another rash since. That was a few months ago. I'm sure you're already doing this, but, make sure you give your baby "naked time" so the air can get to the rash and help dry it up. Also, make sure you're using alcohol-free wipes. Good luck!

Adrienne, SAHM to Aidan

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In reply to: amanda_johnny
Sun, 09-26-2004 - 1:27pm
It could be a yeast rash, in which case you need an antifungal cream. It couldn't hurt anything but your wallet to give it a shot. Look for a cream with the active ingredient of clotrimazole 1%. You might find it generic or under the brand names of lotrimin or gynelotrimin. If nystatin cream is available otc where you are you may wish to try that.

Yeast rashes are particularly nasty and persistent. Good luck.

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Registered: 03-27-2003
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Sun, 09-26-2004 - 1:30pm
Poor baby. Our daughter was the only one that we ever had a problem with diaper rashes with - the two boys only had mild one's that cleared within the day, go figure!! Anyway - give your son as much naked time as possible to let the air get to his little areas and we were told to try Lotrimin AF on our daughter and it worked practically overnight!! If you're using powder make sure it's CONRSTARCH which helps soak up the moisture. The only other thing we were ever told to try was Dr. Smith's ointment which we found in the grocery store w/the other ointments and such. As for cleaning him - stay away from the wipe's while he's got the rash. Go to soft cloths moistened with warm water and don't wipe but pat the area. Make sure that if he's been circumsized that you're retracting the foreskin to make sure that it's all clean in that little area and the skin isn't readhearing itself.

Hope it gets better soon.

Sherrie =}

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Registered: 03-29-2003
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Sun, 09-26-2004 - 11:11pm
my dd had her large intestine removed, due to crohns disease, when she was 2..... believe me, i have seen THE WORST of the diaper rashes...... to the point of bleeding and eatting away totally at the skin.she has scars from it also...and the ONLY thing that worked, was straight zinc oxide, or a diaper cream that is ONLY zinc oxide with medicines....no ointments, or petroleums. ointments dont dry, and they break down realy fast once the acid from the stool hits it...and they will only harbor any yeast or bacteria that might be causing the rash. zinc oxide is very drying, and takes alot to get it off..... what we did was sitz baths( or just a straight bath, but no soap) and dry time with no diaper......... for as long as you can, then once you put the diaper back on, use the zinc... also...... you might consider changing diaper brands, some can be very irritating.... might be what is causing it......
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Registered: 09-20-2004
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Mon, 09-27-2004 - 6:21pm
Thanks for all your advice... to 3kmom i'll ask the doc about zinc oxide maybe he can special order it from the states. I'll update you on his "recovery" by the way i gave him some "naked time tonight" and he peed all over his slippers! lol oh well we've got a washing machine! :) thanks again!
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Registered: 04-06-2003
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Mon, 09-27-2004 - 8:52pm
I don't like powder at all (it actually causes rashes on my dd).

Lansinoh (used primarily for breastfeeding moms) can be used for diaper rash. Also, "Boudreaux's Butt Paste" is supposed to be really good, although it's probably not available anywhere but here in the States, so you would have to order it or have someone ship it to you.

 

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Registered: 08-25-2004
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Mon, 09-27-2004 - 9:04pm
We were told by the dr that the reason behind our sons long and reoccuring rashes was that there was a yeast infection causing it. Some kids are just more prone to it. WE ended up smearing on lotrimin every diaper rash and using baby powder on his bottom to make them go away. hope this helps.

Nikki
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Registered: 05-08-2004
In reply to: amanda_johnny
Mon, 09-27-2004 - 9:42pm

Hi, here is some info I found..hope it can help.


The best ways to help your baby avoid diaper rash.






Diaper rash can become a serious problem for your baby if left untreated. It can cause mild to severe pain and will definitely make your child cranky and uncomfortable. Mild forms of diaper rash can look like a red rash or irritation and some severe cases of diaper rash can look like blisters. The rash is raised and shiny. Diaper rash can occur at any time for any baby, whether your baby is wearing a cloth diaper or a disposable diaper. Even though cloth diapers are supposed to be better at preventing diaper rashes, your baby will still occasionally get them.


There is no one cause for diaper rash. Diaper rash can occur in a baby because of something that they ate such as certain fruits and it can also occur when a baby is teething. The most common cause of diaper rash is leaving a baby in a dirty diaper for too long. The wetness will irritate your baby’s bottom causing a diaper rash to form. Allergies to certain wipes can also cause a rash to appear.




There are many things that you can do to help your baby to get rid of the diaper rash. There are various creams, lotions and powder that are designed to aid in the diaper rash problem. Desitin, A&D and Balmex are the most common diaper rash creams. They can come in ointment or cream form. The cream is easier to clean up, but the ointment seems to coat your baby’s bottom better. Gerber has a diaper rash lotion which helps to form a coating over your baby’s bottom to aid in preventing diaper rash. Balmex also has a cornstarch powder which is designed to help prevent diaper rash. These are the top brands to use when dealing with diaper rash and trying to prevent diaper rash from starting.


To help prevent diaper rash from starting on your baby, follow these steps.


A. Change your baby often.

B. At each changing, clean your baby thoroughly and apply either a diaper rash cream or lotion.

C. Then apply the Balmex powder or another cornstarch powder.

D. Keep your baby’s diapers snug but not too tight where no air gets in there.


If your baby already has diaper rash, use these steps to help get rid of it and soothe your baby.


A. Change your baby often.

B. At each changing, clean your baby’s bottom with water and a soft washcloth. Gently clean the irritated area being careful not to be too rough.

C. Allow your baby’s bottom to air dry for a few minutes. D. Apply the diaper rash ointment or cream. (the lotion does not really work in severe cases)

E. Apply the Balmex powder or another cornstarch powder. F. Give your baby some time without his or her diaper each day. By exposing your baby’s bottom, you are giving it a chance to air out, heal and thereby prevent future outbreaks of diaper rash.


Diaper rash is beatable and it is also preventable. But using these precautions mentioned, you can reduce the number of diaper rash outbreaks that your baby will get while in diapers. You will also keep you baby’s bottom soothed and help it heal quicker if he or she already has diaper rash.






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