Irritant diaper dermatitis

Overview

Diaper rash is linked to wet or infrequently changed diapers, diarrhea, new foods, and antibiotics.

Treatments

Most such rashes start to improve after a few days of at-home care with over-the-counter ointment and more-frequent diaper changes. If not, or if other symptoms such as fever and widespread rash occur, a doctor visit is needed.