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Nappy rash - NHS

Around 1 in 4 babies and toddlers in nappies have nappy rash at any one time. It doesn't usually develop in newborns, but all babies can get nappy rash.

Nappy rash can be caused by:

your baby's skin being in contact with wee or poo for a long time
the nappy rubbing against your baby's skin
not cleaning the nappy area or changing the nappy often enough
soap, detergent or bubble bath
alcohol-based baby wipes
some types of medicines, such as antibiotics or laxatives (used to make a baby poo more often)

There may be red patches on your baby's bottom, or the whole area may be red. Their skin may look sore and feel hot to touch, and there may be spots, pimples or blisters.

Most babies with mild nappy rash don't feel sore, but if the rash is severe your baby may feel uncomfortable and be distressed.

Treating nappy rash

If your baby gets nappy rash, you can usually treat their skin yourself.

If the rash isn't upsetting your baby, at each nappy change apply a thin layer of a barrier cream to protect their skin. Ask your health visitor or pharmacist to recommend one.

Follow this advice to help look after your baby's skin.

Change wet or dirty nappies as soon as possible.
Clean the whole nappy area gently but thoroughly, wiping from front to back. Use water or fragrance-free and alcohol-free baby wipes. Read more about how to clean your baby and change your baby's nappy.
Bath your baby daily – but avoid bathing them more than twice a day as that may dry out their skin.
Dry your baby gently after washing them – avoid vigorous rubbing.
Lie your baby on a towel and leave their nappy off for as long and as often as you can to let fresh air get to their skin.
Do not use soap, bubble bath, or lotions.
Do not use talcum powder as it contains ingredients that could irritate your baby's skin.
Make sure your baby’s nappy fits properly. If it is too tight then it can irritate the skin and if it is too loose, then the nappy will not be able to soak up pee properly.

Nappy rash usually clears up after about 3 days if you follow this advice. You should keep following this advice as this will help prevent nappy rash from coming back.

If the rash is causing your baby discomfort, your health visitor or pharmacist can recommend a nappy rash cream to treat it.

You should apply the cream first and wait a few minutes before you apply the barrier cream.

Other rashes in the nappy area

If the rash doesn't go away or your baby develops a persistent bright red, moist rash with white or red pimples that spreads into the folds of their skin, they may have an infection.

Ask a pharmacist or health visitor for advice. The pharmacist may recommend a cream for you to use.

If the rash is severe, take your baby to the GP who may prescribe cream or medicine. Follow a GP's instructions on whether and when to apply barrier cream as well as the prescribed cream.

It's normal for babies to develop skin rashes, but it's important to know the difference between a minor irritation and a condition that requires attention.

Read more about rashes in babies and children.

Page last reviewed: 17 September 2021
Next review due: 17 September 2024

Slapped cheek syndrome - NHS

Slapped cheek syndrome (also called fifth disease) is common in children and should get better on its own within 3 weeks. It's rarer in adults, but can be more serious.

Check if it's slapped cheek syndrome

The first sign of slapped cheek syndrome is usually feeling unwell for a few days.

Symptoms may include:

a high temperature
a runny nose and sore throat
a headache

A red rash may appear on 1 or both cheeks. It may be less obvious on brown and black skin. Adults do not usually get the rash on their face.

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A few days later, a spotty rash may appear on the chest, arms and legs. The rash can be raised and itchy. It may be harder to see on brown and black skin.

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How long it lasts

The cheek rash usually fades within 2 weeks.

The body rash also fades within 2 weeks, but sometimes lasts for up to a month, especially if you're exercising, hot, anxious or stressed.

Adults might also have joint pain and stiffness. This can happen in children too, but it's rare. Joint pain can continue for many weeks, even after the other symptoms have gone.

If you're not sure your child has slapped cheek syndrome

Look at other rashes in babies and children.

Things you can do yourself

You do not usually need to see a GP for slapped cheek syndrome.

There are some things you can do to ease the symptoms.

Do

rest
drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration – babies should continue their normal feeds
take paracetamol or ibuprofen for a high temperature, headaches or joint pain
use moisturiser on itchy skin
speak to a pharmacist about itchy skin – they can recommend the best antihistamine for children

Important

Tell your midwife or a GP if you're pregnant or have a weakened immune system and have been near someone with slapped cheek syndrome.

Non-urgent advice: See a GP if:

you think you have slapped cheek syndrome and:

you're pregnant – there's a very small risk of miscarriage or other complications
you have a blood disorder, such as sickle cell disease or thalassaemia – there's a risk of severe anaemia
you have a weakened immune system – for example, because of chemotherapy or diabetes

Ask for an urgent appointment if you have:

very pale skin
shortness of breath
extreme tiredness
fainting

These can be signs of severe anaemia and you might be sent to hospital for a blood transfusion.

How slapped cheek syndrome is spread

It's hard to avoid spreading slapped cheek syndrome because most people do not know they have it until they get the rash.

You can only spread it to other people before the rash appears.

Slapped cheek syndrome is caused by a virus (parvovirus B19). The virus spreads to other people, surfaces or objects by coughing or sneezing near them.

To reduce the risk of spreading the virus:

wash your hands often with water and soap
use tissues to trap germs when you cough or sneeze
bin used tissues as quickly as possible

Information:

You do not have to stay off work or school after the rash appears.

Let the school or teacher know if your child has slapped cheek syndrome.

Page last reviewed: 18 February 2021
Next review due: 18 February 2024

How to remove stains from children's clothes, effective ways to remove old stains

How to remove dirt from children's clothes?

This problem is close to absolutely all families, with newborns and older children. The reasons for the appearance of stains can be different, for example, dampness in the closet, aging of the fabric, improper storage, etc. Often, it is not possible to see stains on the fabric immediately, but it is very difficult to remove stubborn stains from clothes! We have collected for you several effective ways to remove various stains from children's clothes. nine0005

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We remove old yellow stains

Important! Before using chemicals on the right side of the garment, be sure to test them on the side of the seam!

To remove the old spot , use the following method:

mix 10 ml. hydrogen peroxide, 10 ml. detergent for dishes, 10 gr. baking soda; nine0012
Apply the prepared mixture to the contaminated area and rub lightly. Wash off after 20-25 minutes;
wash the item in the usual way with the addition of a stain remover, having previously applied the prepared mixture to the soiled area again.

Fruit and vegetable stain removal

While eating, small children can get dirty at any time, food stains are common things that have to be washed daily. Each parent has encountered the fact that natural drops from vegetables, berries and fruits are not removed from the child’s clothes during normal washing, what should be done in such cases? nine0005

1. To make the thing look like new , it is worth preparing a solution containing citric acid and warm water in the ratio of one liter of water to one tablespoon of acid and soaking. This composition can easily cope with stains on clothes from fruits and berries without additional effort.

2. Laundry soap 72% in everyday life will help get rid of old fruit and vegetable stains. One has only to lather the area of contamination well and soak in a warm soapy solution for several hours. Next, wash the item in the usual way. nine0005

3. It happens when you have to use more active ingredients to remove stains. To do this, soak a cotton pad in gasoline and carefully treat the contaminated area (from the edges to the center of the stain) with a rubbing action.

4. Another effective option :

1 tsp. lemon. acid is mixed with 1 tsp. warm alcohol.
the resulting solution must be applied to the stain.

Important! Do not forget about such an important procedure as rinsing children's clothes with any wash. Laundry soap is harmless, but it is your child who may have an intolerance to it.

Very tough dirt

Remove greasy, stubborn stains from children's clothing using only strong chemical solutions. Several cleaning methods: nine0005

Mix ammonia and turpentine in a ratio of 2:1, add two tablespoons of grated toilet soap, then rub this mixture into the stain and wash with powder.
Combine magnesia with ether to a mushy appearance and gently rub into the stain. Dry and brush off the rest of the mixture.
Rub a cotton pad previously moistened with gasoline into the stain, then wipe the child's item with the powder.

It is worth noting that all methods of cleaning stains are made using chemicals, so it is worth rinsing children's things thoroughly so as not to cause irritation on the child's skin. It is advisable, after washing in the presented way, to rinse the thing in the machine or rinse it with your hands several times in running water. Also, do not get carried away with various fragrances and conditioners, all this can cause allergies in a child, especially if your child has sensitive skin. nine0005

How to remove streaks and stains from delicate baby fabrics

Delicate fabrics are afraid of chemical influences. Therefore, remove contaminated stains from such material as: natural silk, chiffon, satin, velor, velvet, guipure must be very carefully. For this kind of fabric, the following recipe will help well:

10 g of glycerine mixed with 2 drops of alcohol
carefully mix 2 components
gently apply on stain

We remove stains from woolen clothes

To remove stains from children's woolen clothes , you need to take 20 grams of glycerin and 200 milliliters of water, mix it all up, and at the end add alcohol - 1 tbsp. l. Apply this solution to the stain, and then rinse thoroughly and dry.

Knowing how to deal with stains will allow you to return your favorite item to your child's wardrobe. Absolutely any mother will need the knowledge and skills to remove contaminants from tissues. That will help to keep the baby's clothes for a long time and give it a new look. nine0005

Modern industry produces chemicals based on hydrogen peroxide that effectively clean the fabric and remove spot contaminants, while not harming the child.

Do not think that stains on children's clothes cannot be washed off. Moreover, there is no need to scold the child for a damaged thing. At the present time, any clothes from almost any stain can be washed off. And it's not about professional dry cleaning or some professional products. It is enough just to know the formula of those components that we have at hand every day. nine0005

To remove stains on children's things has long become not a fairy tale or a reality, everything is quite possible to do personally. The main thing is to want and make an effort.

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