Synonym(s)
napkin psoriasis; Psoriasis of the diaper; Psoriasoid
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Skin symptoms in the diaper area reminiscent of psoriasis vulgaris in infant seborrhoeic eczema. 20% of these infants later develop psoriasis, s.a. diaper dermatitis.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Frequent wrapping, keeping dry, control of Candida overlay, if necessary intestinal cleansing (see Candidosis) and local antimycotics such as Nystatin-containing pastes (e.g. Multilind healing paste, Candio-Hermal Softpaste), see also Dermatitis seborrhoides infantum and napkin dermatitis.
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Antimycotics; Candidoses; Diaper dermatitis; Nystatin; Psoriasis vulgaris; Seborrheic dermatitis of adults; Seborrheic dermatitis of the infant;Disclaimer
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer