Conditions
NAPPY RASH
Symptoms
Nappy rash is a common skin disorder affecting babies. In most cases, nappy rash can be treated effectively at home. Affected areas of a baby’s bottom will appear red, agitated, slightly rough and moist. Nappy rash can be quite painful for babies and may result in other symptoms such as restlessness, irritability and sleep interruptions.
Causes
Nappy rash is caused by a combination of factors including skin exposure to urine and faeces along with heat and chaffing. Leaving a wet nappy on a baby for long periods of time can make the nappy rash worse. However just having a nappy on for a long time is not the only cause of nappy rash. Skin sensitivity will vary between babies with some babies having very sensitive skin.
Treatment
Mostly nappy rash can be treated at home. The best treatment is to protect the affected area with a zinc and castor oil barrier protection cream. By applying a thin layer of the cream to the affected area, the skin will be soothed, allowing healing to occur. The castor oil keeps wetness away whilst nourishing and softening the skin while zinc oxide is an excellent treatment.
Treatment Options:
• Use a barrier protection cream such as HERRON Baby Zinc and Castor Oil Cream.
• Change your baby’s nappy more frequently.
• Use disposable nappies which absorb moisture quickly.
• Only use soaps and baby wipes that do not contain alcohol (alcohol will sting and irritate baby’s skin).
• Do not dress your baby in tight clothing or plastic pants.
• Babies love bare bottoms! Allow your baby some fresh air whenever practical.
• Give pain relief such as paracetamol if necessary (always check the bottle to see how much to give to your baby).
HERRON Baby Zinc and Castor Oil Cream, should provide symptomatic within 24 hours. If
symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.
Lifestyle Considerations
Babies love bare bottoms! Allow your baby some fresh air whenever practical. Tight clothing or plastic pants will also increase the chance of nappy rash and skin irritation. It is important not to dress your baby in these sorts of clothes.
HERRON Zinc and Castor Oil Cream is ideal for sensitive skin as it contains no lanolin, colouring or fragrance. It can also be used to relieve other minor skin irritations such as eczema and chafed skin.
Sourced from:
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
www.rch.com.au
www.chw.edu.au
How Herron Can Help
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Baby Zinc and Castor Oil Cream
Herron Baby Zinc and Castor Oil Cream is a soft, smooth emollient cream which soothes, protects and heals nappy rash and other skin irritations.more
Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional. Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.