Diaper Rash Center - Pittsfield, MA
Pittsfield Pediatrician Doctors for Diaper RashType of Physician: Pediatrician What is a Pediatrician? A certification by the Board of Pediatrics; practitioners are concerned with the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Pediatric care encompasses a wide range of health services, from preventive health care to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. The pediatrician understands the constantly changing status of his/her patients due to growth and development, and the consequent changing standards of "normal" for age. Specialty: Pediatrics Common Name: Children's Doctor Pediatrician Doctors in Pittsfield * John C Dallenbach MD FAAP  Vicki E Smith MD  Michael A Fabrizio MD  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Pediatric & Adolescent Office  Brian J Dempsey MD  Stanley Oransky  Barrington Family Medicine  CHP Health Center  Macony Pediatrics PC  Macony Pediatrics PC  Macony Pediatrics PC  Macony Pediatrics PC  Macony Pediatrics PC  Macony Pediatrics PC  Robert Hertzig MD Amy Griffin MD & Michael Gerrity MD  Robert Hertzig MD Amy Griffin MD & Michael Gerrity MD  Robert Hertzig MD Amy Griffin MD & Michael Gerrity MD  Robert Hertzig MD Amy Griffin MD & Michael Gerrity MD  Huntington Health Center  Theodore K Selkirk Jr. MD  Joram H Spivak MD  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Hampshire Pediatrics  Hampshire Pediatrics  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Valley Medical Group  Northampton Area Pediatrics  Cooley Dickinson Hospitalist Program  Nora E Hanke MD  RiverBend Medical Group Westfield Office  RiverBend Medical Group Westfield Office  RiverBend Medical Group  Northampton Family Practice  Northampton Family Practice  Rukmini S Kenia MD  Rukmini S Kenia MD  Deerfield Pediatrics  Pioneer Valley Family Medicine  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Holyoke Pediatric Associates  Western Mass Pediatrics  Western Mass Pediatrics  Western Mass Pediatrics  Daniel W Zinn MD  Holyoke Health Center  Holyoke Health Center  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Pediatric Associates of Hampden County  Valley Medical Associates  Valley Medical Associates  Valley Medical Associates  Valley Medical Associates  Paul F Walker MD  RiverBend Medical Group Chicopee Office  RiverBend Medical Group Chicopee Office  RiverBend Medical Group  Baystate Medical Center for Cancer Care  RiverBend Medical Group Chicopee Office  Baystate Medical Center for Cancer Care  RiverBend Medical Group Chicopee Office  Fairview Pediatrics LLC  Fairview Pediatrics LLC  Brightwood Health Center  Angel Morales MD  Fairview Pediatrics LLC  Fairview Pediatrics LLC  Gregory Little MD  Bharati Reejhsinghani MD  RiverBend Medical Group  Jose E Llorens MD PC  RiverBend Medical Group Pittsfield, MassachusettsUpcoming Local Events2012-06-10
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Diaper RashRead the Diaper Rash article » What is diaper rash?Diaper rash is a generalized term indicating any skin irritation (regardless of cause) that develops in the diaper-covered region. Synonyms include diaper dermatitis (dermatitis = inflammation of the skin), napkin (or "nappy") dermatitis and ammonia dermatitis. While there are a several broad categories of causes of diaper rash, contact irritation is the most common culprit. While diaper rash is generally thought to affect infants and toddlers, any individual wearing a diaper (for example, an incontinent adult) is a candidate to develop this dermatitis. Is diaper rash a sign of neglectful care?No, not at all. Parents often incorrectly feel that the rash is a visual representation of poor caretaking skills. However, parents need to understand that the basic causes for this common kind of skin irritation are still under active debate in the field of dermatology and that neglectful parenting is not among the possible factors. In the United States, diaper dermatitis represents about 10%-20% of all skin disorders managed by a general pediatrician. While the rash may develop as early as the first week of life, the most frequent time period is between 9 and 12 months of age. Studies have indicated that, at any point in time, between 7%-35% of children in this age range are experiencing such a skin rash.
What causes diaper rash?There are several categories of causes for this dermatitis. First and foremost is "irritant" or "contact" dermatitis. Skin involvement may vary from mild redness (similar in character to a sunburn) to erosion of the top layers of skin. A characteristic differential point of contract diaper dermatitis from other causes of diaper rash is that it rarely involves the skin fold Skin infections compose the next most common category of diaper... Recommended Reading Related to Diaper RashWhat are noninfectious, common rashes localized to a particular anatomical area?Common, noninfectious rashes are listed below. Since these conditions are not caused by infectious organisms, it is reasonable to attempt to treat them with over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream for a week or so prior to seeking medical attention. Seborrheic dermatitis: Seborrheic dermatitis is the single most common rash affecting adults. It produces a red, scaling eruption that characteristically affects the scalp, forehead, brows, cheeks, and external ears. Atopic dermatitis: Atopic dermatitis, often called eczema, is a common disorder of childhood which produces red, itchy, weeping rashes on the inner aspects of the elbows and in back of the knees as well as the cheeks, neck, wrists, and ankles. It is commonly found in patients who also have asthma and hay fever. Contact dermatitis: Contact dermatitis is a rash that i... Other Related Diaper Rash ArticlesEmergency Contact for Pittsfield
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