An update on diaper dermatitis

Christopher Klunk; Erik Domingues; Karen Wiss

doi:10.1016/j.clindermatol.2014.02.003

An update on diaper dermatitis

Clin Dermatol. 2014 Jul-Aug;32(4):477-87. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2014.02.003. Epub 2014 Feb 28.

Authors

Christopher Klunk¹, Erik Domingues², Karen Wiss³

Affiliations

¹ University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA.
² Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA.
³ Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, 281 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605. Electronic address: Karen.wiss@umassmemorial.org.

PMID: 25017459
DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2014.02.003

Abstract

Diaper dermatitis leads to approximately 20% of all childhood dermatology visits. There have been several technologic advances in diaper design the last several years; however, due to the unique environment of the diaper area, many children continue to suffer from a variety of dermatologic conditions of this region. Common causes include allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, infection, and psoriasis. Treatments include allergen avoidance, barrier protection, parent education, and topical therapies.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Administration, Topical
Candidiasis, Cutaneous / diagnosis
Candidiasis, Cutaneous / drug therapy
Dermatitis, Seborrheic / diagnosis
Dermatitis, Seborrheic / drug therapy
Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use*
Diaper Rash / diagnosis*
Diaper Rash / drug therapy*
Diaper Rash / etiology
Diapers, Infant / adverse effects*
Humans
Infant
Infant Welfare
Infant, Newborn
Risk Assessment
Severity of Illness Index

Substances

Dermatologic Agents