Change the diapers as often as possible. Before putting on the diaper, clean the skin with cotton soaked in lukewarm water, tap dry it and then apply a thick layer of nappy rash cream. It is better to use a zinc based one (see the contents), but any other cream can be used. The idea is to create a barrier between the skin and the diaper. This should be done at every nappy change, even if the baby has no rash. Do not use powder as it forms a paste with the moisture and this irritates the skin. If the rash is very severe, you will have to contact your doctor. He may prescribe a rash cream, which may contain antifungal medicine with or without hydrocortisone. This should be used according to your doctor’s advice only. Hydrocortisone is corticosteroids. Too much use of all these medicines should be avoided as these can be absorbed by the skin and cause side effects.
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