What Causes Skin Redness?

Diaper Rash

A diaper rash is a rash that develops on the skin in the diaper area that occurs because of inflammation. A diaper rash presents as a patchy rash of bright red skin on the areas of the body typically covered by a diaper. Chafing, frequent wet diapers, infrequently changed diapers, and skin sensitivity can be related to the development of a diaper rash. Anyone who regularly wears a diaper can develop a diaper rash, but it is most common among infants and toddlers. A diaper rash does not usually indicate or cause a serious medical problem, but it can make an affected individual feel extreme discomfort. The redness that develops on the skin with a diaper rash is the outcome of the immune response to the use of new products, excessive friction, skin infection, prolonged or frequent exposure to urine or stool, use of antibiotics, atopic dermatitis, and eczema. An individual who has a diaper rash will require medical attention if the rash does not heal within a timely manner with home treatment, oozes, causes burning, bleeds, and is accompanied by a fever.