ISSN: 2574-7800
Authors: Santiago Leão M*
Background: Diaper area dermatitis is an acute inflammation, and the primary irritant type is the most prevalent type, which is caused by external factors such as wear and tear on the epidermis due to abrasions, heat, humidity, aggravated by prolonged skin contact with the diaper. Objective: In this context, this article sought to gather scientific studies, according to specific criteria, focused on the etiopathogenesis and symptomatology of dermatitis in the diaper area. Methods: Study on the etiopathogenesis of the disease in MEDLINE databases, via PubMed and SciELO, using the following descriptors: Dermatitis, diaper area, infection. Filters in three languages (Portuguese, English and Spanish) and were used publications with date between 2008-2019. Results: There are opportunistic microorganisms residing in the genital flora, which are potential aggravating factors for this disease. Another problem is the self-treatment due to the belief that they are simple lesions, which brings the risk of delaying the differential diagnosis and the direction of the treatment carried out by the specialist, allowing the worsening of the condition, which can become systemic. Limitations of the Study: This is a common disease, with a wide approach in the literature. We were able to verify some problems in the practical management in face of this involvement, and not in the study itself. Conclusion: After analyzing the studies, it became clear that dermatitis in the diaper area is mainly related to a greater exposure of the individual's skin to pathological agents and maceration, which causes greater vulnerability in the region
Keywords: Diaper area dermatitis, Dermatological etiopathogenesis
