Diaper Dermatitis
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Diaper dermatitis is an irritation of the skin in the area covered by the diaper, common in babies and infants, which appears as redness and discomfort on the buttocks, groin, or thighs.
Common causes: Prolonged contact with moisture, urine, and stool, friction from the diaper, and, at times, fungal or bacterial infections.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician is usually the first point of contact, and the pediatric dermatologist helps in persistent cases or those that do not improve with routine care.
When to seek care? If the skin has blisters, sores, or oozing, or if the irritation does not resolve within several days, it is worth showing it to a professional for guidance on appropriate care.
Data on 11,132 doctors who treat diaper dermatitis
Which specialist treats diaper dermatitis?
Diaper rash is usually managed by a pediatrician, and a general practitioner, a dermatologist, a neonatologist, a pediatric surgeon, or a pediatric dermatologist may also be involved. You can book with the right specialist if your baby has redness or irritation in the diaper area. Prompt management relieves the discomfort quickly.
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Doctors specialized in diaper dermatitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Frequently asked questions
What is diaper dermatitis?
Diaper dermatitis is an irritation of the skin in the area covered by the diaper, common in babies and infants, which appears as redness and discomfort on the buttocks, groin, or thighs.
Which doctor treats diaper dermatitis?
Diaper rash is usually managed by a pediatrician, and a general practitioner, a dermatologist, a neonatologist, a pediatric surgeon, or a pediatric dermatologist may also be involved. You can book with the right specialist if your baby has redness or irritation in the diaper area. Prompt management relieves the discomfort quickly.