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Understanding diaper dermatitis: What parents of 0-36 month olds need to know and the key factors Influencing its development

Year 2024, Volume: 1 Issue: 3, 163 - 167, 11.10.2024
https://doi.org/10.70058/cjm.1518333

Abstract

Objective: Diaper dermatitis, commonly known as diaper rash, is a frequent skin concern for families with infants. This study explores the knowledge levels of parents with children aged 0-36 months regarding diaper rash and the factors influencing its development.

Methods: The study involved 300 parents who participated in a survey designed to measure their knowledge and attitudes about diaper rash. The survey also inquired about their babies' diaper care routines and preferred sources of information on diaper rash.

Results: A positive correlation was found between the education levels of the parents and knowledge of diaper rash. Parents with university degrees had a higher median awareness score [9 (3-12)] compared to parents with high school [8 (4-12)] and primary school diplomas [7 (3-12)] (p=0.009 and p<0.001, respectively). Interestingly, parents whose children experienced diaper rash within the past 3 months displayed a slightly lower median awareness score [8 (3-12)] compared to those without recent experience [9 (3-12)] (p=0.009). The use of wet wipes did not show a significant association with diaper rash occurrence (p=0.898). Creams emerged as the most common treatment method for diaper rash. The primary source for obtaining these creams was doctor recommendations.

Conclusion: This study suggests a link between parental knowledge of diaper rash and its frequency. The development of educational programs for parents could be a valuable strategy in preventing diaper rash.

Ethical Statement

The research protocol was approved by the Institutional Ethics Committee of Balıkesir University (IEC Number: 2023/129)

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Year 2024, Volume: 1 Issue: 3, 163 - 167, 11.10.2024
https://doi.org/10.70058/cjm.1518333

Abstract

References

  • Prasad HR, Srivastava P, Verma KK. Diaper dermatitis--an overview. Indian J Pediatr. 2003;70:635-637.
  • Cohen B. Differential Diagnosis of Diaper Dermatitis. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2017;56:16-22.
  • Borodičaitė N, Jasionytė G, Kisielienė I. Diaper dermatitis in Lithuania: prevalence, methods of prevention and treatment and parents’ knowledge. Medical Science. 2020;8:252-263.
  • Coughlin CC, Eichenfield LF, Frieden IJ. Diaper dermatitis: clinical characteristics and differential diagnosis. Pediatr Dermatol. 2014;31(Suppl 1):19-24.
  • Fernandes JD, Machado MCR, Oliveira ZNPd. Clinical presentation and treatment of diaper dermatitis: part II. Anais brasileiros de dermatologia. 2009;84:47-54.
  • Boiko S. Treatment of diaper dermatitis. Dermatologic clinics.1999;17:235-240.
  • Adalat S, Wall D, Goodyear H. Diaper dermatitis-frequency and contributory factors in hospital attending children. Pediatr Dermatol. 2007;24:483-488.
  • Ersoy‐Evans S, Akıncı H, Doğan S, Atakan N. Diaper dermatitis: a review of 63 children. Pediatric Dermatology. 2016;33:332-336.
  • Furber C, Bedwell C, Campbell M, et al. The challenges and realties of diaper area cleansing for parents. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2012;41:E13-25.
  • Lavender T, Furber C, Campbell M, et al. Effect on skin hydration of using baby wipes to clean the napkin area of newborn babies: assessor-blinded randomised controlled equivalence trial. BMC Pediatr. 2012;12:59.
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  • Danby SG, AlEnezi T, Sultan A, et al. Effect of olive and sunflower seed oil on the adult skin barrier: implications for neonatal skin care. Pediatr Dermatol. 2013;30:42-50.
  • Arıkan D, Alemdar DK. Çocuklarda Bez Dermatiti Görülme Sıklığının ve Yapıland Uygulamaların İncelenmesi. TAF Preventive Medicine Bulletin. 2013;12(4):409-416
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Primary Language English
Subjects Dermatology
Journal Section Research Articles
Authors

Pelin Hızlı 0000-0001-8919-3125

Arzu Kılıç 0000-0003-2983-065X

Gizem Savran 0009-0006-7604-7739

Aydan Yazıcı 0009-0002-2246-7755

Pınar Döner Güner 0000-0002-5245-5299

Publication Date October 11, 2024
Submission Date July 19, 2024
Acceptance Date August 13, 2024
Published in Issue Year 2024 Volume: 1 Issue: 3

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Vancouver Hızlı P, Kılıç A, Savran G, Yazıcı A, Döner Güner P. Understanding diaper dermatitis: What parents of 0-36 month olds need to know and the key factors Influencing its development. Cerasus J Med. 2024;1(3):163-7.