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Is Wearing Dirty Diapers For A Long Duration Pose A Risk Of Infection?

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Posted on Fri, 21 Apr 2017
Question: how long is it ok to stay in a dirty diaper sometimes i fall asleep in it and is it ok if i wet the same one until its full or should i change right away
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (0 minute later)
Hello,
You should change the diaper soon as it may cause bed sore.
Hit thanks if you found the answer helpful.
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Dr N Kuma
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)
what if i.use alot of cream and baby powder
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (12 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Follow the instruction as advised earlier

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Even such a step will not reduce chances of rashes and bedsore.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Is Wearing Dirty Diapers For A Long Duration Pose A Risk Of Infection?

Hello, You should change the diaper soon as it may cause bed sore. Hit thanks if you found the answer helpful. Regards Dr N Kuma