The article presents current data on the peculiarities of the etiology and pathogenesis of diaper dermatitis in newborns and infants. The role of enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract, of bacterial and fungal agents in its development is showed. The data on peculiarities of the differential diagnosis of skin diseases involving the anogenital area is given. The peculiarities of psoriasis manifestation with typical inversion of skin pathological process in infancy are noted. The results of clinical studies on the efficacy and safety of dexpanthenol in the treatment of diaper dermatitis are highlighted, the basic principles of its prevention are announced.
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