Tratamientos para la dermatitis de pañal

Diaper rash is a common skin irritation in babies and is characterized by a bright red rash on your baby's bottom. There are many causes of diaper rash, including but not limited to: irritation from stool or urine; diapers that chafe or fit too tightly; a skin reaction to a new product such as a different brand of baby wipes; and sensitive skin.

Redness and tenderness are two common characteristics of diaper rash, with the genitals, buttocks, and thighs all common locations. Symptoms may include red bumps and fluid-filled blisters.

Diaper rash treatment is usually accomplished at home by applying an over the counter diaper rash cream to the affected skin. During treatment, you should change your baby's diapers more often and consider air drying your baby's skin more frequently. If your baby's rash does not clear up in a few days, you should contact your child's pediatrician. If you notice any of the following symptoms, have your baby examined by a doctor as soon as possible: a worsening rash despite home treatment; any bleeding, itching, or oozing; or an accompanying fever.

Most diaper rash products use zinc oxide, which helps create a barrier for the irritated skin to keep the wet diaper and stool from touching it. It can also help treat the rash to get rid of it faster. Diaper rash ointments are typically thicker and form a barrier that doesn't allow air to reach the skin while diaper rash creams let air reach the skin after they dry.  

Newborn skin is especially sensitive, so you can use diaper rash cream both to prevent diaper rash and to treat it. Applying diaper rash cream during every pañal change helps to create a barrier over the skin to keep moisture and waste away from it. This cuts down on irritation and may help reduce the risk of diaper rash. Some babies develop diarrhea while dentición, which can increase the risk of diaper rash. Using preventive diaper cream while your baby is teething can help. If your little one gets a diaper rash, applying diaper cream at each diaper change until it clears is usually recommended. 

If your baby has an active diaper rash, applying the treatment with every diaper change helps protect the delicate skin and can help clear up the rash faster. You can also apply it at every diaper change to prevent diaper rash. It can be especially helpful at nighttime for babies and older kids who wear bed-wetting underwear since these products tend to get soaked and touch the skin for a long time overnight.  

It can take several days for a diaper rash to disappear completely. Diaper cream usually starts working within a few days. If you don't see improvement, call your baby's doctor, or visit the CVS Minute Clinic to see if a prescription cream is necessary.

Before applying the cream, clean your baby's bottom thoroughly using gentle toallitas para bebé or a damp washcloth. Ensure the skin is dry before applying a thin layer of the cream and putting on a fresh diaper. It can also help to bathe your baby daily with a gentle baby wash to keep the skin clean. Leave your baby's diaper off for short periods to allow time to air out the diaper area. Change your baby's diaper frequently to minimize irritation.