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pH. The rise in pH increases the activity of fecal proteases and lipases, which can
damage skin.
C. albicans is found on the skin in 40% of infants with active diaper dermatitis
within 72 hours of the appearance of the rash. Because studies show that this
organism is present in less than 10% of infants without diaper dermatitis, it may
be playing a significant role. Sources of C. albicans include the GI tract and
secondary implantation from a mother with candidal vaginitis.
FIGURE 69.12 Distribution of atopic eczema at various ages.
