Napkin dermatitis

Q6 Over-the-counter products that may be recommended to prevent napkin dermatitis include all EXCEPT ... [Pg.90]

Napkin dermatitis can be soothed and prevented with the use of barrier creams and ointments such as zinc and castor oil, Vasogen, Sudocrem and Drapolene. Canesten HC contains an antifungal clotrimazole and the corticosteroid hydrocortisone. Such combination products are only indicated severe napkin dermatitis and are used only for 1 week, after which... [Pg.112]

Nappy rash irritation in the napkin area, napkin dermatitis Nephrotoxicity toxic to the kidneys... [Pg.356]

Barrier preparations. Many different kinds have been devised for use in medicine, in industry and in the home to reduce dermatitis. They rely on water-repellent substances, e.g. silicones (dimethicone cream), and on soaps, as well as on substances that form an impermeable deposit (titanium, zinc, calamine). The barrier preparations are useful in protecting skin from discharges and secretions (colostomies, napkin rash) but they are ineffective when used under industrial working conditions. Indeed, the irritant properties of some barrier creams can enhance the percutaneous penetration of noxious substances. A simple after-work emollient is more effective. [Pg.301]

During decompression, the diver may notice itching, with or without an urticarial eruption, localized prevalently on the trunk. If remaining under water for long periods of time, the diver may develop a dermatitis of napkin eruption type, due to having to attend to physiological needs (Malpieri 1988). [Pg.245]

Subaquatic activities External otitis, intertrigo, staphylococcal infections, burns, linear abrasions from wetsuit folds, pruritus and erythema from decompression, napkin eruption type dermatitis... [Pg.245]

Perfumed facial tissues, toilet paper and sanitary napkins can produce allergic contact dermatitis, particularly if they contain cinnamic aldehyde or cinnamic alcohol (Keith et al. 1969 Larsen 1979 Guin 1981). [Pg.1038]

Larsen WG (1979) Sanitary napkin dermatitis due to the perfume. Arch Dermatol 115 363... [Pg.1040]

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