Ayurvedic Treatment for Diaper rashes

DIAPER RASHES Ayurvedic Treatment

Diagnosis is typically based on a history and physical examination of the rash. It is usually not necessary to perform lab testing. If the rash appears to be caused by an allergic response, your doctor may perform skin testing to determine the specific allergy-causing agent.

Diet Recommendations (Aahar)

• Introduce new foods one by one so that an allergy can be detected early
• A healthy balanced diet for the breastfeeding mother is recommended.
• She should avoid spicy foods and other foods that can give her baby a diaper rash because of sensitivity or allergies.
• She can include more bitter herbs such as neem, manjista, haridra, and guduchi in her diet.

Lifestyle changes (Vihar)

Usually with some home remedies and tips, diaper rash can be treated successfully at home. Some of the steps include –

• Keeping diaper area clean and dry.
• Certain products, such as zinc oxide and petroleum jelly, work well to protect the skin from moisture. These can be applied after the region is cleaned and dried.
• Increasing airflow by exposing the diaper region. The baby may be allowed to go without a diaper and ointment for short periods of time, perhaps three times a day for 10 minutes each time, such as during naps.
• Avoiding airtight plastic pants and diaper covers
• Until the rash clears up, giving the baby a bath daily.
• Warm water is to be used with mild, fragrance-free soap
• Cocoa butter, coconut oil or olive oil massage can help in relieving the pain