Having a baby is fun but there is also a side of worry. Especially when your little one is sick, surely moms and dads will feel restless and anxious. The little one becomes fussy, calm is also drained. One of the health problems that babies often experience is skin problems such as diaper rash.
Diaper rash is an inflammation of the baby's skin caused by many factors. It can appear on the genital area, buttocks, and thigh creases. To distinguish between diaper rash and other skin problems, let's discuss the causes and common symptoms of diaper rash.
Causes of Diaper Rash
Although diaper rash is one of the most common skin problems in babies, many babies still get diaper rash, especially at the age of 9-12 months. Moms and dads can prevent diaper rash by knowing the following causes of diaper rash:
- Bacterial infection because diapers are rarely changed so the skin is too long in contact with sweat mixed with urine and feces.
- Allergy to diaper material, soap, shampoo, or other often used products.
- Choosing the wrong diaper size (diapers too loose or narrow)
- The baby enters the complementary food phase so there is a change in the type of food.
Common Symptoms of Diaper Rash
Diaper rash generally appears in areas covered by diapers, such as the buttocks, thighs, and around the genitals. Here are some of the symptoms that often appear:
Redness
The skin in the area affected by the rash will be bright red or pink, depending on the severity. This redness is usually an inflammatory skin reaction due to irritation from urine and feces.
Swelling
Inflammation of the skin causes swelling of the affected area. This makes the skin around the rash feel warm and slightly protruding.
Rash
A red rash or small red spots that spread over the affected area. This red rash on the baby's skin can be caused by irritation from exposure to the ingredients of the products used every day.
Scaly Skin
The appearance of scaly skin in babies is that the skin in the area of the rash becomes dry and flakes off, forming a scale-like layer. Constant exposure to moisture and irritation can cause the skin to become dry and scaly.
Blisters
Don't be surprised if your little one's skin blisters a bit when exposed to diaper rash. The appearance of these small blisters contains clear or yellowish liquid. Severe irritation may cause the skin to blister.
Itching
A rash on a baby's skin can also be itchy. Babies will often rub their buttocks or look uncomfortable. This can be caused by irritation of the skin resulting in uncomfortable itching.
Fussy Baby
Having a diaper rash will certainly feel uncomfortable. Babies become more fussy, have difficulty sleeping, and often cry. The discomfort caused by the rash makes the baby restless.
SAP diapers are effective in reducing the risk of diaper rash
Prevention is better than cure, especially when dealing with baby skin problems such as diaper rash. Diaper rash can make babies uncomfortable, and fussy, and even develop more serious skin infections if not treated immediately. One effective way to reduce the risk of diaper rash is by using SAP (Super Absorbent Polymer) diapers.
SAP diapers are designed with special technology that absorbs liquid faster and keeps the surface dry, reducing the risk of irritation to the baby's skin. By keeping the baby's skin dry and protected, SAP diapers are a smart solution for parents to prevent diaper rash early on.
That's all about baby diaper rash. Hopefully, your little one can freely explore without being hampered by diaper rash! (Aq/MKK)
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