Due to the acidic effect of sweat, rash formation is frequently observed. First of all, it should be emphasized that diaper rash is not just a hygiene problem. The skin structure is quite sensitive in intertriginous areas (areas where the skin surfaces rub against each other). Therefore, the acidic nature of sweat irritates the skin when these areas remain moist and airless for a long time.
It is more common in babies and obese people. If the borders of the skin rash with normal skin have become very obvious; If the rash does not go away for a long time and causes discomfort; A physician should definitely be consulted. Because there is a high probability of developing fungal and bacterial infections on the skin whose integrity is compromised.
What are the reasons why diaper rash is seen more frequently in curved areas?
- Body high temperature
- Failure to evaporate the excess fluid excreted through sweating
- Friction in these areas when moving
- Bacteria and viruses living there for a long time
What are the conditions that often accompany the formation of diaper rash?
- Thrush is caused by the fungus called"candidaalbicans" It is an infection that causes a moist, cracked and whitened appearance on the skin. It is frequently seen in the oral mucosa of babies.
- Erythrasma is a chronic and contagious skin disease that occurs in the bags and armpits on the inner side of the thighs and manifests itself with red-brown plaques.
- Foot fungusare contagious fungal infections that cause problems such as peeling, itching and blisters between the toes.
- Folliculitis,especially “staphyllococcusaureus”, causing painful boil-like lesions at the roots of the hair.
- Psoriasis (psoriasis),The sharp borders of the lesions and their long duration make this disease diagnosed. In addition, rashes on the outer surfaces of the elbows and knees and on the head should also suggest psoriasis.
- Seborrheic dermatitis;skin that creates a red, scaly, itchy rash on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelids, ears and chest. is the disease. A. Skin folds such as the belly button, hips, armpits, under the breasts and groin may also be affected.
- Atopic dermatitis;Itchy, widespread or It is an eczema characterized by limited rashes.
- Contact or allergic dermatitis;It is a disease characterized by red, edematous and water-filled blisters on the skin, caused by various substances that come into contact with the skin.
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