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Diaper dermatitis - Candida-associated

Alternative Names: Dermatitis - diaper and Candida; Candida-associated diaper dermatitis Treatment: Topical antifungal skin preparations will clear candidal infections. Some preparations are available as over-the-counter (OTC) creams and ointments. Text Continues Below Some of these antifungals include: Nystatin (prescription) Clotrimazole (OTC) (Lotrimin) Miconazole (OTC) (Micatin; Monistat-Derm; Zeasorb-AF) Ketoconazole (prescription) (Nizoral)  Expectations (prognosis): The rash usually responds well to treatment. Complications: secondary infection Calling your health care provider: If your baby has a diaper rash that doesn't respond to home treatment, you should have the baby examined by your health care provider.

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