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. 2023 Jan;40(1):224-225.
doi: 10.1111/pde.15131. Epub 2022 Sep 30.

Hydrocolloid dressing for the treatment of severe diaper dermatitis

Aniza Giacaman  1 , Julián Boix-Vilanova  1 , Ana Martín-Santiago  1
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Hydrocolloid dressing for the treatment of severe diaper dermatitis

Aniza Giacaman et al. Pediatr Dermatol. 2023 Jan.

Abstract

Diaper dermatitis is a common dermatosis that usually responds to adequate hygiene and topical treatment, but can be a therapeutic challenge. Continuous exposure to feces and urine can cause extensive erosions and pain. The use of hydrocolloid dressings may be helpful in keeping the skin isolated from stool and urine, reducing pain, and enabling skin lesions to heal. We explain an easy technique, utilizing stoma powder and a hydrocolloid dressing, for parents to apply at home.

Keywords: diaper dermatitis; hydrocolloid dressing; pediatric dermatology; technique; therapy; ulcer.

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