Preschooler: Lotrimin
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Rash in Diaper Area
Asked by L.C. from Cleveland
on June 15, 2009
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I have a 4 month old son who has sensitive skin and has eczema on his ankles and behind his chubby little knees. He sometimes suffers from diaper rash too. I change ...
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- I know that yeast has been mentioned, and it won't hurt to try lotrimin (clotrimazole 1%). But, I would suggest having the pediatrician look at the spots that look li...
- Hey L., I have always used Vaseline for my son, at every diaper change, put some Vaseline all over and then put some Corn Stratch Powder, the Vaseline acts as a Wat...
- This kind of sounds like a yeast infection. Perhaps you should consult your nurse or pediatrician...?
Rash
Asked by S.F. from Los Angeles
on May 1, 2010
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My sister's daughter often gets a blistery rash in her private area. She is in pre-school . Does anyone have any suggestions . Sit baths have been tried but there ha...
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- A few drops of lavender in her bath or in an oil base (applied after) may do the trick. It is antibacterial, anti-viral & anti-fungal. Always try on self first.
- Dear S., First clean the private area with salt water and then with cold water, pat dry, try to keep the area dry but do not use powder. this will surely help. P.
- Do they use bubble bath? When my kids bathe, I don't use any soap of any kind and let them splash around in the bath. After they are done playing, we use shampoo and...
Could My Daughter Have Ringworm?
Asked by L.M. from Texarkana
on May 18, 2009
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My 9 year old has a small red spot (about the size of a dime) underneath her ankle and a smaller one on the inside ankle (same foot). They are both dark pink and dry f...
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- Try hydrocortisone cream. It could be eczema. Even if it's not, the cream won't hurt anything, and helps a variety of skin conditions. If that doesn't clear it up, try...
- it sounds like it is excema (SP?) My daughter has it really bad on her tummy and back. That is what hers look like when they start. We use excema lotion for her. Y...
- Sounds like ringworm. While ringworm is not actually a worm, it is a fungus that spreads easily with scratching and rubbing (I'm very sensitive to it, and once had it ...
3 Yr. Old Vaginal Itching
Asked by J.P. from Salt Lake City
on August 25, 2008
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My daughter has had vaginal itching off and on for about a month. I took her to the doc. a few weeks ago and the doc said that it was probably due to bubble baths or p...
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- Have her tested for a yeast infection. My daughter actually got strep infection down there when she was four and it took me speaking up for them to test her again. ...
- I would suggest using toddler wipes when she goes to the bathroom instead of toilet paper. If the doctor doesn't find an infection or something that has a treatment, a...
- My doctor suggested for my girls to have them soak in a vinegar bath. Put about a 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of vinegar in their bath water and let them soak in it. He told ...
Diaper Rash
Asked by K.T. from New York
on May 8, 2009
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My 2 year old daughter has developed a horrible diaper rash and is extremely uncomfortable. It is painful to look at so I could only imagine how she feels. She has n...
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- Hi K., It sounds like she is allergic to the antibiotic she was taking. The same thing happened to my son with a new antibiotic he was taking and his little bottom lo...
- calendula ointment. works wonders. It is healing rather than barrier like most creams. Pharmicist at Edgewood reocommended it. really great. Got it at pharmacy over th...
- It is most likely from the antibiotic. When you have to change her use cotton balls and warm water. Put on whatever rash cream you have. Also try to seeif she will eat...
Rash,, Can Anyone Help. Thanks
Asked by L.R. from Toledo
on April 8, 2007
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My 5month son has had a yeast infection since he has been born, It was never bad and we always kept in under control. Well last tuesday he had bumps on his belly and b...
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- My daughter had a yeast type rash in her neck and leg creases for many months after she was born. Finally, someone suggested putting extra virgin coconut oil on it. ...
- Hello! Do lotrimin cream 4 times a day, and in between use your regular diaper rash cream
- Hi L., If you're still looking for a solution to yeast issues, it is better to make sure there isn't an overgrowth of yeast in the body (which there probably is) rath...
Going Ringworm CRAZY!!
Asked by C.W. from Las Vegas
on January 15, 2011
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My 2 year old daughter got ringworm a month ago... I bought the $20 cream that's like the size of my cat's toe and it didn't work, it faded but not before spreading to...
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- Ringworm is caused by the exact same fungus as athletes' foot (and most women's yeast infections, if I recall). What were you using? If it wasn't athlete's foot cream,...
- Ringworm if not caught early can take a month or longer to go away. The anti fungal cream you need is the kind used for athletes foot. You can get a tube at walmart ...
- Go to the doctor and get a prescription. Have you called and spoken with a nurse? I've had it and with a cream prescription, it went away.
I Think Candidiasis (Yeast Infection) May Play a Role in My Sons Health
Asked by N.H. from Columbus
on March 12, 2007
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I am worried that since my son has been on alot of antibiotics because of his allergies he may be affected by candidiasis, I looked up his symptoms and was given this ...
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- All of my children have had yeast infections in the past in one form or another because of antibiotic use. What I have found to work the best to prevent it, is that I...
- A yeast infection is just a skin affliction that is normal. It is actually just a fungus and many over the counter medicines work amazingly well. Try using lotrimin po...
- What are the symptoms that are concerning you? Candidiasis (yeast infection) in a child usually presents as a whitish rash inside their mouth and is easily treated!!!...
Bad Toddler Diaper Rash
Asked by L.N. from Dallas
on May 13, 2008
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My daughter has had the worse diaper rash off and on for over a month. I called the pediatrician and spoke to the nurse twice and do what she says, then it gets better...
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- Hi, when my daughter was about 4 or 5 she got a really bad rash from not wiping right. I took her to the dr and he gave her a prescription of IC H-cortisone/iodoquino...
- Hi L., My daughter goes through the same thing and I have found this realy great rash medicine you can find it at CVS pharmacy or walmart it is called DR.Smith's an...
- my now 7 year old always had horrible diaper rash. i would make my own wipes, tried everything in book...dr. smiths worked the best when it worked. the thing that he...
4Yr Old Daughter Having Problems with Her Private Area
Asked by K.R. from Syracuse
on September 27, 2010
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I was wondering if anyone had a daughter have problems with her private area? Mine tells me it burns all the time. I have taken her to the Dr. and the tell me that is ...
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- Is she red in this area? My daughter experiences the same thing but you can tell that she hasn't wiped properly. Also if you daughter has a BM and doesn't wipe properl...
- After you get the active skin irritation under control (vaseline, etc.), you can add about a cup of white vinegar to her bathwater. It won't sting. Try it in your ow...
- My daughter says her vagina hurts often. Usually if I let her do the bath and don't check to make sure she is washing it well. We do not use soap when it is sore and t...
