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  1. Napkin dermatitis. Diaper rash. Nappy rash

    • Napkin dermatitis and nappy rash are used to describe various skin conditions that affect the skin under a napkin or incontinence pad. The US term is diaper rash. Napkin dermatitis is most often a form of co… See more

    Who Gets Napkin Dermatitis?

    Napkin dermatitis most often affects babies aged 3 to 15 months of age, especially those wearing traditional cloth nappies (50%). It is much less prevalentin babies weari… See more

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    What Is The Cause of Napkin Dermatitis?

    Napkin dermatitis follows damage to the normal skin barrier and is primarily a form of irritant contact dermatitis. 1. Urine and occlusion lead to overhydration and skin maceration. … See more

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    What Are The Clinical Features of Napkin Dermatitis?

    Napkin dermatitis presents as erythematous macules and papules in the genitalarea that can spread to involve the lower abdomen and thighs. 1. Irritant napkin derm… See more

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