Diaper dermatitis; Candida-associated

Alternative names:

Candida - associated diaper dermatitis; dermatitis - diaper and Candida; monilial diaper rash

Prevention:

Prevention is difficult as the Candida organisms are in the environment. Using highly absorbent diapers which keep the skin dry decreases the likelihood of infection. Blow-drying the skin using a hair dryer set on warm (NOT HOT) will remove excess moisture from the superficial layers of skin. In infants that are on table food feeding cultured yogurt may change the type of bacteria in the gut and on the skin which can be helpful in displacing the Candida.