Cooling the Burns – Preventing Diaper Rash

Adult diapers are one of the most common ways to tackle all types of incontinence. With the ever-increasing technological advancements, the quality of adult diapers has also increased. Feature such as belted, beltless, breathable, etc., has given the idea of adult diapers a new perspective altogether. But as the technology of adult diapers is advancing through time, there is one problem that has been constant with adult diapers since the very invention of the product. Diaper rash is a problem that affects more than half the people that use adult diapers on a regular basis. It is not only the quality of the adult diaper that matters but factors such as climate, skin type, additional medications, topical agents, etc., come together to determine the prevention of diaper rash.

What Exactly is Diaper Rash?

Diaper rash is a skin condition that causes the skin to rupture or tear. Redness and swelling might follow and depending on the kind of rash, the person might even experience irritation and pain. They are not fatal and can be treated within a couple of days if the right kind of treatment methods are used. Leaving a rash untreated can cause infections which can lead to severe consequences since the rash mostly occurs around the genital regions or buttocks.

Symptoms of Diaper Rash

Diaper rash looks the same as normal rashes that people might get due to heat or allergies. A red or pink spot appears that slowly shows signs of irritation and sometimes, inflammation. Dry skin can also be a major sign to look out for when dealing with diaper rashes. Check if you have the following symptoms to determine whether you have adult diaper rash:

• Red or Pink Spots
• Dry or deteriorated skin
• Irritation and Inflammation in the region
• Pain and minor bleeding
• Discomfort in wearing undergarments

Causes of Diaper Rash

People of almost all ages can be affected by diaper rash. There are a number of factors that culminate into diaper rashes:

1. Wetness or Moisture - When the skin comes in contact with excessive moisture it gets over-hydrated. This weakens the skin cells, and makes them vulnerable to damage. If the moisture is induced because of other liquids such as urine or sweat, there is a higher possibility of rashes.
2. Friction - Friction is many a time, the main cause of any kind of rash since the heat-induced by friction ruptures the skin and causes redness and deterioration of skin. When the material of the adult diaper rubs against the skin, it causes friction and inflames the skin. This develops irritation and slowly into a rash.
3. Infection - Moist environment often proves conducive to bacterial or fungal infections. The adult diaper also creates a warm environment increases the chances of the bacteria or fungi multiplying and causing infections and rashes.
4. Allergic Reactions - Allergies from the material of the adult diaper can also be a major cause of rashes. Materials such as cotton spores, latex, plastic, etc., are the main causes of allergies from adult diapers.

Treatment Options for Diaper Rash

There are a number of ways a person can treat as well as prevent diaper rash, some of them are listed below.

Diaper Rash Cream and Ointment

Topical creams and ointments are efficient in treating skin infections, they provide instant relief to the person and prevent further damage to the skin. One such cream is MedPride Vitamin A and D Ointment, as the name suggests the cream has an ample amount of vitamin A and D that are known as skin healers. Additionally, these ointments protect the skin from irritants and are non-greasy or too thick.  

 

MedPride Vitamin A and D Ointment	ConvaTec Aloe Vesta Protective Ointment	Medline Remedy Olivamine Calazime Skin Protectant Paste

Adult Briefs

Health professionals and experts opine that using bad quality adult diapers and briefs can lead to frequent skin rash and other types of infections. To avoid such a situation from arising always use top-notch quality diapers and briefs. Good quality products will prevent leakage without perturbing or irritating your skin. It is very material to use products that are manufactured with skin-friendly fabric like cotton and polyester, they not only treat diaper rash but also help you in maintaining good perineal skincare.

 

McKesson Ultra Absorbency Tab Closure Adult Disposable Briefs	Prevail Per-Fit 360 Degree Adult Brief - Maximum Absorbency	Covidien Wings Plus Quilted Adult Briefs - Super Absorbency

 There are a few things one should consider while using preventive or treatment methods for adult diaper rash.

• If the adult diaper and the skin underneath have excessive moisture, then using powders or moisture barriers can help reduce the moisture. This helps in inducing a moist environment that also helps reduce the chances of microbial growth.
• If the diaper or the skin underneath is drier than recommended, applying moisture-inducing creams, lotions, or cleansers can provide adequate moisture to reduce the chances of skin cracking up and becoming vulnerable to rashes.
• Washcloths and wipes are a go-to option to help clean the buttocks and genital region to make sure that excessive moisture and other contaminants such as minute droplets of urine and particles of feces are wiped off. They are sometimes dabbed in anti-microbial solutions that help prevent rashes in the future.
• One can also choose from a wide range of body cleansers and moisture creams that help keep the skin healthy and prevent rashes.

Important Things to Keep in Mind While Dealing with Diaper Rashes

Caring for the adult diaper and the skin is important to make sure rashes don’t occur. This involves caring for the skin, making sure it is hydrated, and also making sure the adult diaper you use is clean and fresh. Keep in mind the following tips to ensure safe and healthy use of adult diapers:

• Change the adult diaper at regular intervals. Never use a soiled adult diaper again
• Each time you remove the adult diaper, make sure the skin is not dry or too wet. Expose it to a good amount of air to allow the skin to breathe
• Wash the skin properly while applying a new adult diaper. Use warm water and a good washcloth or wipe to clean the region and make it resistant to rashes and microbial infections

Abena Delta-Form Adult Brief	Medline FitRight Clothlike Adult Briefs	Unique Wellness Superio Adult Brief

Treating diaper rash is a fairly easy task and preventing it can be done by following a few simple steps. Using the right incontinence product also matters a lot as the wrong product might causes allergies or size problems might result in friction. All of which can in turn might cause adult diaper rash.

 

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