Medical Encyclopedia
Diapers and diarrhea
During bouts of diarrhea, the acid in the stool is very irritating to a baby's skin. Frequent diaper changes are necessary to avoid a painful rash.
Update Date: 8/15/2007
Updated by: Rachel A. Lewis, MD, FAAP, Columbia University Pediatric Faculty Practice, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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