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Diaper Dermatitis: Prevalence and Associated Factors in 2 University Daycare Centers

Porntipa Suebsarakam1, Jitjira Chaiyarit1, Leelawadee Techasatian1

  • 1Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen, Thailand.

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health
|January 11, 2020
PubMed

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Diaper dermatitis affects 17.2% of children aged 2-4 in daycare. Key prevention factors include starting toilet training before age 2 and avoiding unnecessary oral antibiotics.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Dermatology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Diaper dermatitis is typically uncommon in children over 2 years old.
  • However, it can still occur in this age group, particularly in daycare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of diaper dermatitis in children aged 2-4 years attending daycare.
  • To identify factors associated with diaper dermatitis in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional analysis was employed.
  • Correlation tests were used to identify associated factors.

Main Results:

  • The prevalence of diaper dermatitis was 17.2%.
  • Later toilet training (after 2 years) was significantly correlated (OR=2.84, P=.02).
  • Oral antibiotic use showed a strong correlation (OR=15.92, P<.001).

Conclusions:

  • Starting toilet training before age 2 is a key adjustable factor for prevention.
  • Avoiding unnecessary oral antibiotic use is crucial for preventing diaper dermatitis.
  • Findings can inform future preventive protocols for this age group.

Keywords:
antibioticsdaycarediaper dermatitisrisk factorstoilet training

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