Saturday, May 26, 2012

Diaper dermatitis - Candida-associated

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Expectations (prognosis)

The rash usually responds well to treatment.


Complications

Complications from Candida-associated diaper rash can include:

  • Secondary infection

Calling your health care provider

Call your health care provider if:

  • The rash gets worse or does not go away in 2-3 days
  • The rash spreads to the abdomen, back, arms, or face
  • You notice pimples, blisters, ulcers, large bumps, or pus-filled sores
  • Your baby also has a fever
  • Your baby is taking an antibiotic and develops a bright red rash with spots at its edges. This might be a yeast infection
  • Your baby develops a rash during the first 6 weeks of life

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Review Date: 08/02/2009
Reviewed By: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)