Diaper Rash
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are there signs of a fungal infection in the diaper rash area?
See significance of a fungal infection if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of the symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Does your baby have white patches in the mouth and it is hard for him or her to swallow or eat?
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have white patches on the roof of your mouth?
You may wait to see if the symptoms improve over the next 24 hours (or specified time period) if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Is there a fiery red rash, mainly in the skin creases, with well-defined borders and tiny red or pus-filled pimples outside the border for longer than 24 hours after using home treatment?
Yes Is there rash in skin folds, such as the neck, underarms, or belly button for longer than 24 hours?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: August 29, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Thomas Emmett Francoeur, MDCM, CSPQ, FRCPC - Pediatrics | |
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