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Diaper Rash (cont.)

Medical Author:
Tammy Shields, MD
Coauthor:
Christopher Colwell, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Steven L Bernstein, MD

Medical Treatment

  • If the child (or adult) appears to have a candidal infection, the doctor may recommend antifungal creams or medicines.

  • If the child has impetigo (a bacterial infection), antibiotics may be prescribed.

  • Your doctor may recommend a short course of mild topical steroid cream or ointment if the rash does not appear to be a fungal infection.

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