
Meaning of DIAPER RASH
| Pronunciation: | | 'dIpur rash
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WordNet Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | |
[n] dermatitis of the thighs and buttocks of infants; supposedly caused by ammonia in the urine in the child's diapers |
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| | Synonyms: | | diaper dermatitis |
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| | See Also: | | dermatitis | |
Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Diaper rash is a form of contact dermatitis due to prolonged contact of the skin with urine and feces. Diaper rash is often colonized with the yeast Candida albicans. |
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