WHAT IS BABY NAPPY RASH?
Nappy rash is a rash that develops where the skin contact with the nappy. Usually,
almost every baby can be affected with nappy rash at some period of time at
early year. The irritation which is caused by prolonged contact with the breakdown
of urine can be cause of the Nappy Rash development.
Acetone and ammonia are among the many chemicals that begin to form within
minutes of baby wetting its nappy. These chemicals can cause local irritation,
which becomes more severe with longer exposure. In extreme cases a secondary
infection may take place, which is of course, much more serious and a health
care professional should be consulted.
Nappy rash becomes a painful way of life for some infants. The problem is made
worse by a predisposition towards skin irritation that may be due to a family
history of eczema or 'sensitive skin'. The nappy change routine soon becomes
a constant battleground, which can be both frustrating and distressing for mother
and baby.
The prevention and treatment of nappy rash can be aided if the amount of time
baby's skin is exposed to irritants is reduced. This can be done by changing
baby's nappy frequently, leaving nappies off as often as possible thus exposing
baby's bottom to air and minimizing the use of plastic pants. The application
of a suitable barrier cream can be helpful also.
Remember to ensure that cloth nappies are soaked in a sanitizing solution prior
to each wash and make sure they are dried thoroughly. If you suspect that your
child has a more serious skin condition, contact your health care professional
for advice.
What are the symptoms of nappy rash?
Symptoms of Nappy Rash:
There are two main symptoms of the skin condition you should be looking out
for:
- The development of red, tender looking skin in the nappy area
- Ammonia smell (a sharp, irritating odor) from the baby's nappy
What Should Parent Do to Help Baby Nappy Rash Problem?
There are four main things you can do to help prevent your baby developing
nappy rash:
- Changing our baby's nappy regularly
- Thoroughly clean & dry the nappy area before you put a new one on
- Give nappy rash cream to our baby between nappy changes
- If we use reusable nappies, make sure to rinse them thoroughly. Be careful
to use Detergent & washing powder, because it can can cause irritation.
If possible avoid using biological powder or conditioner at all.
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