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Traditional and Modern Practices in Managing Diaper Dermatitis in Young Children
A recent study explored traditional remedies and supportive practices for diaper dermatitis among children, highlighting how cultural knowledge shapes child care. Conducted between June and August 2023 with 81 children, the study assessed severity using the Assessing the Severity of Uncomplicated Diaper Dermatitis in Infants Scale. The average age was 16 months, with a moderate dermatitis score of 2.55.
About half of the mothers had received training in diaper dermatitis management. Among treatment methods, zinc oxide barrier creams were the most commonly used modern intervention (38.3%), while olive oil was the predominant traditional remedy (35.8%). Notably, girls exhibited slightly higher severity scores than boys.
The study concluded that mothers generally select methods that are safe for the child’s skin, whether modern or traditional. Traditional practices that are non-harmful, such as olive oil application, remain widely used. The findings underscore the importance of educating mothers and healthcare professionals about safe, beneficial practices and combining conventional and modern approaches to effectively manage diaper dermatitis.
Source: Kilic FE, Kocak HS, Serin EK. Journal of Tissue Viability. 2024 May 1;33(2):190-196.
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