mix them for two days than use the nystatin the rest of the week. It is getting worse and is spreading. Does anyone have any advice on how to treat this diaper rash.
2007-03-16 05:44:21 · 16 answers · asked by lrios1229 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I just let my son air out as much as we could when he had his rash and before he goes to bed I make sure he has ointment of some sort on so it will act as a barrier with the wet diapers in the night. So far in 5 months we have had only one diaper rash.
2007-03-16 05:50:28 · answer #1 · answered by hudgey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My son's pedi gave us nystatin ointment for his diaper rash because nothing else was working (destine, powder, etc.) to use two to three times a day. If the rash is still getting worse, I would look at the type of diaper, wipes, soap, etc.. that you are using, he may have an allergy or sensitivity to something else that you are using. Look for things with fragrances or dyes in them and try to eliminate them. Another thing that may work is to let his butt air off between diaper changes a bit. I have found that being in the open air helps a bit too. Just lay him on a towel or something and loosely cover to protect your self and your surroundings. I would also make a trip back to the doc and see if anything else is recommended. Best of luck, I know how bad you feel when it seams there is nothing you can do to make things better.
2007-03-16 13:14:42 · answer #2 · answered by bluekitty8098 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anytime I have been given nystatin I was suppose to use it 3 times a day for about a week. The other times you change him use the hydrocortisone cream. Make sure you are using a wipe EVERY TIME you change the diaper. Good luck
2007-03-16 12:48:27 · answer #3 · answered by Mrs. Always Right 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
air him out as much as possible......my son gets horrible diaper rashes from disposable diapers i switched to cloth and no more terrible rashes....warm oatmeal bath works too.....hydrocortisone and nystatin is used for yeast diaper infections if the diaper rash isn't yeasty it probably will do nothing at all...the creams should work within a day and you'd see a difference but since theres been no improvement I'd stop using them...
2007-03-16 12:58:45 · answer #4 · answered by adriannemae 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have used both of those creams. My son had a diaper rash that would not go away. The doc said buy Resinol-it is a burn cream-you have to go to the pharmacist to get it (it is behind counter). I never did try it-every pharmacy was out. I just made sure to bathe him every day-sometimes 2-3x. I also let him go without a diaper to air out. Just put a towel under him and fold it over-it will be loose(to prevent him from peeing in his own face-lol).
2007-03-16 12:57:35 · answer #5 · answered by orangecat43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. You need a water based product that will penetrate your baby's skin and deeply condition and hydrate with the proper ingredients to treat his rash. Arbonne has a great baby care line that is botanically-based and pH correct, pediatrician and dermatologist tested, non-sensitizing, non-irritating, and formulated without nut oils. Their diaper rash cream is formulated with oat flour which is an emollient and an emulsifier. It’s highly absorbent and hypoallergenic. Oat flour helps to soothe and soften dry, itchy and sensitive skin. You cannot purchase Arbonne through retail stores. If you're interested in learning more, I'll be happy to help you.
2007-03-18 23:46:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the nystatin is not working try switching the diaper brand or the baby wipes brand maybe he's allergic to one of the other. It might also be the baby shampoo, baby soap or whatever it might be you bathe your child with.
2007-03-16 12:50:47 · answer #7 · answered by candy8 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should try using a natural baby powder after washing him also do not put on any pampers for him but get the cloth diapers that does not keep the heat of his body in when he urinates or poop , this will keep him cool or if you are home with him just leave him bare at times it works wonders try as soon as possible thats very painful for them because it burns keep him off the pampers as much as you can and maybe the pampers you are using is not good for him maybe you need to change to another brand
2007-03-16 14:19:29 · answer #8 · answered by cyberbeauty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your pediatrician, especially if it's getting worse. On advise on how not to get diaper rash is change the baby's diaper more frequently. Make sure you pat the bottom with powder to help absorb moisture.
2007-03-16 12:52:24 · answer #9 · answered by 2Beagles 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have been using the cream for a couple of days and it is still getting worse, i'd take him back to the dr. or maybe to a different dr. because any treatment should start to work within a couple of days.
2007-03-16 13:04:26 · answer #10 · answered by mommy of 3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋