The most common irritant contact dermatitis in infants is diaper rash (diaper dermatitis). In this case, there is a skin reaction in the diaper area caused by prolonged contact with the natural chemicals found in urine and stool.
How do you treat contact dermatitis in babies?
- Washing your child’s skin with soap and water as soon as possible after contact. …
- Using wet, cold cloths (compresses) on the skin. …
- Using wet dressings for oozing areas. …
- Putting corticosteroid cream or ointment on the skin. …
- Giving your child antihistamine pills or liquid.
How do I know if my baby has dermatitis?
Babies with eczema usually have a red, dry rash on their face. The rash may be on their scalp, body, arms and legs or behind their ears. The rash is very itchy and may keep them awake at night. In toddlers and older children, the eczema rash is often in the skin creases around the knees, wrists, elbows and ankles.
