Here's a report from dermatologists about taking good care of kids:
While to the untrained eye diaper rash might not seem like something to cry about, those in the know (aka parents) would likely offer a different opinion. That´s because the red, sore skin that results from diaper rash can be frustrating to treat and cause considerable discomfort for infants. Fortunately, dermatologists - physicians who specialize in all aspects of skin care - can help parents treat this common skin problem.
There are two common forms of diaper dermatitis - simple "irritant" diaper dermatitis and candida or "yeast" diaper dermatitis. Irritant diaper dermatitis occurs when feces and fecal enzymes, especially when combined with urine, inflame a baby´s delicate skin if they are in contact with it for a significantly long period of time. The best way to prevent this type of diaper rash is to remove a soiled diaper as soon as possible.
"Over the years, there have been considerable improvements in the design of modern disposable diapers and, as a result, severe diaper rash is not as common as it once was," said Dr. Spraker. "Numerous studies have shown that infants who wear today´s disposable diapers get fewer diaper rashes than infants who wear traditional cloth diapers."
