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Suggest Treatment For Severe Fever And Diaper Rashes
I have a nine month old with a fever of 103. He s eating and sleeping fine. But he has the worst diaper rash that won t go away. He has a bm at least every hour. I m not sure if he has a virus, is allergic to something or if it s his new formula . It s a high end formula so I don t think it s that and he doesn t spit up. Any idea what it might be?
Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Fever in children should always be investigated as might reveal serious conditions.In the case of your son, serious diaper rashes may cause it or a superinfected diaper rashes.The best treatment for this condition is to keep your baby's skin as clean and dry as possible.Fungal or bacteria skin infections may contribute to this condition and your Doctor may prescribe anti-fungal or antibiotic creams and steroid creams for application.I will suggest you try the following measures: -Give the child an anti-pyretic like paracetamol syrup -Keeping diaper area clean and dry and change diapers frequently to avoid being in contact with urine or stool for long -Increasing airflow by airing diaper area often -Apply Vaseline lightly while changing diapers -Bath the child daily. I will also advise you see a Pediatrician to investigate the cause of fever.He may also evaluate the rashes to judge the need for an antifungal or antibiotic cream. Hope my answer will help you Best regards
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Fever And Diaper Rashes
Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Fever in children should always be investigated as might reveal serious conditions.In the case of your son, serious diaper rashes may cause it or a superinfected diaper rashes.The best treatment for this condition is to keep your baby s skin as clean and dry as possible.Fungal or bacteria skin infections may contribute to this condition and your Doctor may prescribe anti-fungal or antibiotic creams and steroid creams for application.I will suggest you try the following measures: -Give the child an anti-pyretic like paracetamol syrup -Keeping diaper area clean and dry and change diapers frequently to avoid being in contact with urine or stool for long -Increasing airflow by airing diaper area often -Apply Vaseline lightly while changing diapers -Bath the child daily. I will also advise you see a Pediatrician to investigate the cause of fever.He may also evaluate the rashes to judge the need for an antifungal or antibiotic cream. Hope my answer will help you Best regards