she is 4 mos old. and we just notice this today and it is all around her neck. you only can see it when you turn her head. I want to know if any one has any ideas of what can be used to help it heal.
2006-10-22 15:24:44 · 9 answers · asked by gloria h 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
my daughter used to do this too when she was a tiny baby.
best thing to do is when you feed or her after she's been changed into clean clothes-put a burp rag or baby washcloth under her neck to help absorb the spit-up or drool.
to help it heal-apply a thin layer of desitin or any diaper rash cream to the raw area-this will help it heal and also prevent it from becoming more irritated. don't use powders b/c the area is too close to her face and it could obstruct her breathing.
make sure to keep it dry as much as possible-check the washcloth or rag frequently to make sure it's not overly wet.
it should start to clear up within a day or two of using the desitin. but if it continues for longer than 3-4 days-make an appt to see the dr. he/she can prescribe you a stronger cream to help it heal.
2006-10-22 15:28:56 · answer #1 · answered by prncessang228 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try putting some vaseline in that area. Sounds to me like the ties are getting wet from feedings or drooling and then rubbing against her neck. Poor thing. Or you can "tuck a" small washcloth in the clothing area like a bib to prevent the chafing. Still use the vaseline though it will work like a barrier the same way Desitin does when changing.
2006-10-22 15:29:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anjanette A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a moiture barrier. Your can get these even at WalMart. Just ask the pharmacist. DBT is one type. We even use this on nursing home patients that are incontinent. Be sure to wash the area several times a day with soap and water, rinsing area well, and drying well before applying moisture barrier. Also, when my children were babies I would keep a pretty little bib on them and changing as needed.
2006-10-22 15:30:37 · answer #3 · answered by rnsks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put a bib on her and change if very often. See if you can get some thicker bibs. Or get some cloth diapers and keep one of those tucked under her chin and change it when it gets wet. Sprinkle a little cornstarch on your hand and run it under her neck a few times a day. Good luck.
2006-10-22 15:30:49 · answer #4 · answered by Darby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son had this same problem and my doctor told me that it was yeast. The doctor said that yeast medication that women use for vaginal yeast infections would clear it up. She said to only use a very, very tiny amount. I would, however, at least discuss this remedy with your nurse to make sure that your own pediatrician's office thinks that this would be o.k. They know alot more about your child than I do!!!!!! Also, your doctor may prescribe a milder solution of medicine. Good luck!!!
2006-10-22 15:36:42 · answer #5 · answered by lins1972 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a&d ointment, apply it to clean, dry skin. keep a bib on her when she is awake or sleeping in her carry seat. try to keep her neck as dry as possible, using baby wipes to keep it clean. this is fairly common. best of luck!
2006-10-22 15:33:55 · answer #6 · answered by panamm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With my son I kept would clean it often. I had on hand corn starch. After I cleaned the area I would put the corn starch on it.
2006-10-22 15:30:16 · answer #7 · answered by kitkat1640 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KEEP A BIB ON HER AND PUT POWDER, OR CORN STARTCH ON HER NECK.
2006-10-22 15:27:28 · answer #8 · answered by tinkerbell 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a n d ointment
2006-10-22 15:26:17 · answer #9 · answered by crownvic64 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋