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Diaper dermatitis - Candida-associated

Alternative Names: Dermatitis - diaper and Candida; Candida-associated diaper dermatitis Prevention: Prevention is difficult because the Candida organisms are in the environment. Using highly absorbent disposable diapers to keep the skin dry reduces the likelihood of an infection.

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