Diaper Rash Causes
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Causes of Diaper Rash
A diaper rash develops when your baby's skin is irritated. Irritation can be caused by:
- Leaving dirty diapers on for too long
- Too much moisture next to the skin
- Diapers or plastic pants that are too tight
- Allergic reaction to diaper material or detergent
- Yeast or bacterial infection
- Rubbing or chafing of the skin
- Diarrhea
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