| Pronunciation: | 'dIpur rash | ||
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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 | ||
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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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