Diaper Rash Center - Racine, WI
Racine 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 Racine * Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  John P Thomas Jr. MD  Wheaton Franciscan Group Pediatrics  Karen S Shimshak MD SC  Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare  Aurora Health Center Racine  Pradeep Kumar MD  Amtul R Ahmad MD  Lakeside Pediatrics  Lakeside Pediatrics  Lakeside Pediatrics  Kenosha Pediatrics  Kenosha Pediatrics  Kenosha Pediatrics  Lakeshore Medical Clinic Oak Creek  Oak Creek Pediatrics  Oak Creek Pediatrics  Oak Creek Pediatrics  Oak Creek Pediatrics  Oak Creek Pediatrics  Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group  Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group  Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group  Aurora Medical Group Kenosha  Aurora Medical Group Kenosha  Aurora Medical Group Kenosha  Aurora Medical Group Kenosha  Southeastern Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine  Southeastern Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine  Southeastern Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine  Lakeshore Medical Clinic  Maximo L Cueto Jr. MD  Urgent Medical Walk in Clinic  Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center SC  Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center SC  Greenfield Pediatric  Greenfield Pediatric  Samir Mullick MD SC  Samir Mullick MD SC  Aurora Medical Group Franklin  Aurora Healthcare Edgerton  St Francis Pediatrics LLC  Samir Mullick MD SC  Mohammad E Rassouli MD  Southeastern Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine  Southeastern Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine  Southside Pediatric Associates Ltd  Southside Pediatric Associates Ltd  Health First Medical Center  Health First Medical Center  Health First Medical Center  Internal Medicine & Pediatrics of Wisconsin SC  Internal Medicine & Pediatrics of Wisconsin SC  Metro Physicians Group Hales Corners  Peter Parthum MD  Aurora Health Center  ProCare Medical Group  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Downtown Health Center  Prospect Medical Commons  Prospect Medical Commons  Prospect Medical Commons  Prospect Medical Commons  Violeta A Singson MD  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Shoreview Pediatrics  Chandy & Mehrotra MDs  Chandy & Mehrotra MDs  Chandy & Mehrotra MDs  Milwaukee Health Services  Milwaukee Health Services  Oklahoma Pediatrics  Oklahoma Pediatrics  Oklahoma Pediatrics  Milwaukee Health Services  Gateway Medical Clinic  Shafi Medical Center SC Racine, WisconsinUpcoming Local Events2012-05-31
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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 Racine
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