Neonatal diaper dermatitis

Diaper dermatitis, also known as red buttocks, is because the baby's delicate skin is contaminated with feces and is not replaced in time. Bacteria on the skin break down urea in the urine to generate ammonia. Alkaline ammonia has a strong irritation to the skin and causes flushing, erosion, Ulcers, which are one of the common complications in pediatrics, have a higher incidence in newborns and can even cause sepsis.

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