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Red boils on legs near diper area
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My daughter is 8 days old and she has red boils near her thigh, I'm unsure if these boils are due to wearing diaper whole day. Plus we can't figure out what the problem is?
Rest she has good appetite and sleeps well. Please advise.
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Yes probably it is nappy rash.
Clean the area with wet napkin.
Use baby moisturizing cream three times daily.
Next Steps
if fever, than go to near by dr.
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Avoid use of nappy at day time.
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Yes probably it is nappy rash. Clean the area with wet napkin. Use baby moisturizing cream twice daily. Use proper size nappy at night only. Avoid use of nappy at day time.
Don't use talcum based powder and don't worry.
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Consult with pediatrician if it increases within next 2 days or fever appears
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