Diaper Rash Center - Stamford, CT
Stamford 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 Stamford * New England Pediatrics LLP  New England Pediatrics LLP  New England Pediatrics LLP  New England Pediatrics LLP  New England Pediatrics LLP  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Greenwich Ophthalmology Associates PC  Stamford Pediatric Associates  Pediatric Practice Associates PC  Rainbow Pediatrics  Evelyn Casas MD  Allergy & Asthma Center of Stamford  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  The Pediatric Center PC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Greenwich Pediatric Associates LLC  Darien Pediatric Associates  Darien Pediatric Associates  Firefly After Hours Pediatrics LLC  Darien Pediatric Associates  Darien Pediatric Associates  Riverside Pediatrics  Riverside Pediatrics  High Ridge Family Practice  Pediatric Associates of Norwalk & Darien  Pediatric Associates of Norwalk & Darien  Pediatric Associates of Norwalk & Darien  Children's Medical Group  Children's Medical Group  Children's Medical Group  Children's Medical Group  Children's Medical Group  Greenwich Hospital Pediatrics  Stylianos N Theofanidis MD  Next Generation Pediatrics  New Canaan Pediatrics LLC  New Canaan Pediatrics LLC  New Canaan Pediatrics LLC  New Canaan Pediatrics LLC  TLC Pediatrics  TLC Pediatrics  Park St Pediatrics  Park St Pediatrics  Park St Pediatrics  David H McCullough MD & Associates  Doctor's Pediatric PC  Doctor's Pediatric PC  Doctor's Pediatric PC  Doctor's Pediatric PC  Doctor's Pediatric PC  Bay Street Pediatrics PC  Bay Street Pediatrics PC  Childrens Health Services LLC  Childrens Health Services LLC  Ridgefield Pediatric Associates PC  Ridgefield Pediatric Associates PC  Ridgefield Pediatric Associates PC  Ridgefield Pediatric Associates PC  Ridgefield Pediatric Associates PC  Advanced DermCare PC  Family Medical Associates  Willows Pediatric Group  Willows Pediatric Group  Willows Pediatric Group  Willows Pediatric Group  Willows Pediatric Group  Willows Pediatric Group  Dr Subhash Chaddha MD  Charles G Hemenway MD  Fairfield Pediatrics  Baker Pediatrics LLC  Southwest Community Health Center  The Adult Health Center  Ann Hines MD  Uwe C Koepke MD  Optimus Health Care Inc  Park City Primary Care Center  Park City Primary Care Center  Brookside Pediatrics PC  Brookside Pediatrics PC  Jack Fong MD  Child Care Associates  Bipin J Dalal MD  Main Street Pediatrics PC Stamford, ConnecticutUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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 Stamford
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