Diaper Rash
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Are there signs of a generalized skin rash?
See the significance of a generalized skin rash if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of the symptoms.
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Is there a red, patchy rash in the diaper area with greasy, silvery, or yellow crusts, and is the rash also present on other parts of the body?
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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