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diaper rash
noun
: skin irritation of the diaper-covered area of an infant especially from exposure to feces and urinary ammonia
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That can include children who are seen with chronic diaper rash or urinary tract infections.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 28 Jan. 2025
Further, another child removed from the home, Lamb's 1-year-old daughter, was allegedly found to be suffering from severe diaper rash.
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Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Most of the time, a diaper rash clears up on its own.
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 5 Sep. 2024
This foldable pouch can hold 100 wipes, five diapers, and accessories like diaper rash cream, so you're always prepped for a blowout.
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Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1919, in the meaning defined above
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“Diaper rash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diaper%20rash. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
Medical Definition
diaper rash
noun
: skin irritation of the diaper-covered area and usually the buttocks of an infant especially from exposure to feces and urinary ammonia
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