Is Wearing Dirty Diapers For A Long Duration Pose A Risk Of Infection?

Posted on Fri, 31 Mar 2017

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Question : how long is it ok to stay in a dirty diaper sometimes i fall asleep in it and is it ok if i wet the same one until its full or should i change right away

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (0 minute later)

Hello,
You should change the diaper soon as it may cause bed sore.
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Dr N Kuma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

what if i.use alot of cream and baby powder

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Follow the instruction as advised earlier

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Even such a step will not reduce chances of rashes and bedsore.
Regards
Dr N Kumar

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T