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7 month old baby has uti and severe rash has been on cephalexin for 6 days and an ointment for diaper area?

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UTI: A UTI in a baby demands a full work up to be sure the baby's kidneys are normal in structure and function. Diaper rash best treated by a combination ofoitnment and zinc paste that serves as a barrier to fluids breaking down the skin. "triple paste" is one brand.

Dr Rankin agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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