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Yeast Dermatitis
A diaper rash is a skin problem that develops in the area beneath an infant's diaper.
Alternative Names
Dermatitis - diaper and Candida; Candida-associated diaper dermatitis; Diaper dermatitis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Diaper rashes are common in babies between 4 and 15 months old. They may be noticed more when babies begin to eat solid foods.
Diaper rashes caused by infection with a yeast or fungus called Candida are very common in children. Candida is...
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Diaper dermatitis: irritant-induced
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Irritant-induced diaper dermatitis is a diaper rash caused by chemical irritants instead of bacterial or yeast (candida) infection. Alternative... Read more »
Seborrheic dermatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, inflammatory skin condition that causesflaky,white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp or... Read more »
Seborrheic Dermatitis (Seborrhea)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Because doctors do not know what causes seborrhea, there is no way to prevent it. However, symptoms can be controlled with effective... Read more »
Contact Dermatitis
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Prevention In general, you can prevent contact dermatitis by avoiding exposure to irritating chemicals, plants, jewelry and other substances that... Read more »
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Dermatitis Herpetiformis is an uncommon, chronic disease in which the primary clinical manifestations are cutaneous (relating to the skin). It is... Read more »
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