Diaper Rash Center - Taunton, MA
Taunton 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 Taunton * Angel's Health Care Centers Neurology  Goverdhan L Ohri MD  Eric J Ruby MD  Jayshree Sinha MD  Middleboro Pediatrics  Middleboro Pediatrics  Middleboro Pediatrics  Middleboro Pediatrics  Kenneth A Berlin MD  Allergy & Asthma Care PC  Pediatrics Associates  Pediatrics Associates  Pediatrics Associates  Pediatrics Associates  Pediatrics Associates  Bridgewater Pediatrics  Bridgewater Pediatrics  Anders Martenson III MD  Eduardo Leonardo MD Inc  Eduardo Leonardo MD Inc  Highland Pediatrics  Highland Pediatrics  Highland Pediatrics  Charlton Hospital  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Pediatric Associates of Brockton  Ali R Tural MD  Ali R Tural MD  University Medicine Foundation Inc  Pediatrics Associates of Fall River Inc  Pediatrics Associates of Fall River Inc  Pediatrics Associates of Fall River Inc  Pediatrics Associates of Fall River Inc  Pediatrics Associates of Fall River Inc  Brockton Pediatrics Inc  Signature Healthcare Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associates  Signature Healthcare Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associates  Signature Healthcare Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associates  Signature Healthcare Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associates  Signature Healthcare Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associates  Mount Hope Medical Center  South Coast Primary Care  South Coast Primary Care  South Coast Primary Care  South Coast Primary Care  Mark Shapira MD  South Coast Primary Care  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Swansea Pediatrics  Brockton Neighborhood Health Center  Brockton Neighborhood Health Center  Brockton Neighborhood Health Center  Horizons Pediatrics  Brockton Children & Youth Program  Village Pediatrics  Brockton Children & Youth Program  Village Pediatrics  Brockton Children & Youth Program  Community Health Center  Community Health Center  Rehoboth-Seekonk Medical Center  Brockton Pediatrics Inc  Alan B Bulotsky MD & Associates  Alan B Bulotsky MD & Associates  Alan B Bulotsky MD & Associates  Alan B Bulotsky MD & Associates  Allied Pediatrics of Brockton  Allied Pediatrics of Brockton  St Luke's Hospital Nursery Dept  Allied Pediatrics of Brockton  St Luke's Hospital Nursery Dept  Pediatric Associates of New Bedford Inc  Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Inc  Pediatric Associates of New Bedford Inc  Pediatric Associates of New Bedford Inc  Pediatric Associates of New Bedford Inc  Pediatric Healthcare  Pediatric Healthcare  Pediatric Healthcare  Pediatric Healthcare  Pediatric Associates of New Bedford Inc  Horizons Pediatrics  Tri Country Pediatrics Associates PC  Tri Country Pediatrics Associates PC  Tri Country Pediatrics Associates PC  Tri Country Pediatrics Associates PC  Pleasant Street Pediatrics  Pleasant St Pediatrics Taunton, MassachusettsUpcoming Local Events2012-05-26
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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 Taunton
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