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What is the definition or description of: petrolatum diaper ointment allergy?

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Dr. Clarene Cress answered

Contact dermatitis: is a condition where the skin turns red and itchy as a result of contact with a chemical or protein, considered the allergen. A diaper ointment allergy would be specific for the genital area that is covered by diapers in a child or incontinent adult. Petroleum ointment has very low protein and irritant potential, so it would be an unlikely cause of an allergic reaction.

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Answered 6/2/2017

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A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: petrolatum diaper ointment allergy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarene Cress answered

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

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