The aim of the study was to investigate the application of hydrocolloid dressings in the prevention and treatment of infant diaper rash. A total of 210 infants with diaper rash were included in the study and randomized into 3 groups of 70 infants. Infants in group A received hydrocolloid dressings and individualized nursing; infants in group B received mupirocin plaster and topical application ...

results totally, 93.3% of lesions in the s.c group healed in the first 6 hours, while this rate was 40% in c.o group (p < 0.001). the healing ratio for improvement in the first 6 hours was 7 times more in the s.c group. in addition, 90% of infants in the sc group and 36.7% in the c.o group were improved completely in the first 3 days (p < 0.001). patients and methods a randomized, double blind,...

background diaper dermatitis (dd) is a common inflammatory disorder in infants, including newborns. objectives this study aimed to compare the effects of a traditional medicine product (containing natural henna oil 25%) and hydrocortisone 1% cream on dd in infants. patients and methods in a triple-blind, randomized trial, 82 children aged two years or less were randomly divided into two groups ...

BACKGROUND Diaper rash is one of the most common skin disorders of infancy and childhood. Some studies have shown that Shampoo-clay was effective to treat chronic dermatitis. Then, it is supposed that it may be effective in diaper rash; however, no published studies were found in this regard. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to compare the effects of Shampoo-clay (S.C) and Calendula officinalis (C...

Most babies are likely to get nappy rash at some time. It's usually a mild condition which can easily be treated, but understandably is a cause for concern to parents. Community healthcare professionals are likely to be asked for advice and this article aims to give a practical overview of managing mild cases of nappy rash.

BACKGROUND Early recognition and treatment of meningococcal disease improves its outcome. Haemorrhagic rash is one of the most specific signs that parents can learn to recognise. OBJECTIVE To determine the percentage of parents able to recognise a haemorrhagic rash and perform the tumbler test. METHODS 123 parents of children consulting for mild injuries were interviewed about the significa...

Diaper dermatitis, also know as nappy rash, is an inflammation of the skin covered by nappy. It probably results due to an interaction of multiple factors like increased wetness, elevated pH due to urine, fecal enzymes and microorganisms under the nappy. It manifests as an erythematous rash occurring on the convex surfaces of skin under the nappy. Rashes resembling nappy dermatitis can also be ...