Question
A 7-month-old baby is suffering from a diaper rash, with red, swollen, and itchy buttocks. What are the causes of diaper rash?
Answer
Diaper rash, also known as ‘red buttocks,’ commonly occurs on an infant’s buttocks and is often caused by the soaking of urine. Here are some suggestions for care and improvement: In severe cases of diaper rash, it is recommended not to use diapers temporarily to allow the baby’s buttocks to breathe; use cotton cloth as diapers, change them frequently; wash and dry the diapers in the sun; when cleaning the baby’s buttocks, use warm water and avoid soap to reduce irritation; ensure the baby’s clothing is loose to prevent overheating and choose soft cotton underwear; during the treatment of diaper rash, it is advisable not to use hormone-containing ointments and instead use pure plant-based nappy rash ointment, which has significant efficacy against diaper rash and no side effects. I hope these suggestions can help your baby recover soon.