Any rash on the area covered by a diaper is called diaper rash. Many diaper rashes are caused when a child wears a wet diaper for too long. But diaper rashes can also be caused by candida albicans, a type of yeast. Your child may also have the two types of rashes at the same time.
A yeast diaper rash is not serious, but it may need to be treated with an antifungal cream.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for changes in your child's health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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