title: An update on diaper dermatitis.
abstract: Diaper dermatitis leads to approximately 20% of all childhood dermatology visits. There have been several technologic advances in diaper design the last several years; however, due to the unique environment of the diaper area, many children continue to suffer from a variety of dermatologic conditions of this region. Common causes include allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, infection, and psoriasis. Treatments include allergen avoidance, barrier protection, parent education, and topical therapies.
authors.affiliation: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA.
authors.forename: Christopher
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Klunk
authors.affiliation: Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA.
authors.forename: Erik
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Domingues
authors.affiliation: Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, 281 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605. Electronic address: Karen.wiss@umassmemorial.org.
authors.forename: Karen
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Wiss
mesh_terms: D000287:Administration, Topical; D002179:Candidiasis, Cutaneous / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D012628:Dermatitis, Seborrheic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003963:Diaper Rash / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology; D041381:Diapers, Infant / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007229:Infant Welfare; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012720:Severity of Illness Index
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents