Abstract
There are anatomic and physiologic differences in the skin of both premature and full-term infants that place them at increased risk for skin injury and breakdown. This article reviews these differences and discusses some of the infant skin care practices that can cause injury to infant skin with preventive strategies identified. Care of skin breakdown is outlined, and topical treatments reviewed in detail. Diaper dermatitis is also discussed with treatment of the underlying causes as well as the goals of treating diaper dermatitis described.
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