Nappy rash: current evidence for the prevention and management

Nappy rash affects up to 25% of nappy wearing infants and can be distressing for the infant, their family and carers. This paper focuses on the cause, prevention, diagnosis and management of nappy rash based on current evidence and guidance to provide optimum care and advice antenatally and postnatally. The aim is to shed light on assessment, diagnosis, self-management and therapeutic options to prevent, manage and treat nappy rash. Although common, nappy rash can provide diagnostic challenges. Thus, the paper will highlight further potential causes of nappy rash and when to seek further advice and guidance.