Can Coconut Oil Be Used For Diaper Rash?

Posted on Sun, 12 Dec 2021

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 Answered on

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 Last reviewed on

Question : My 13 month old seems to have really bad diaper rash. Have kept her diaper free since morning and applied some coconut oil and wiping with plain cloth /water. She never had diaper rash for the first year. Pls help.

Answered by Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar (20 hours later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query.

I understand your concern. I understand that the child did not have diaper rash earlier but that the child currently has such a rash indicates that moisture is remaining trapped. Just keep the area clean and dry. You may apply Happynap Cream or coconut oil but you need to give it a couple of days to resolve. No need to worry.

Regards

Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj