Infant Microbiome in Diaper Rash

An Exploratory Study to Evaluate the Microbial Consortia of Infants (9-12 Months) Experiencing Diaper Rash and When Healthy

The objective of this study is to evaluate the microbiome composition of infant's (9-12 month) skin experiencing diaper rash in order to determine if the onset and severity of erythema associated with diaper rash is influenced by the type of bacteria colonizing the skin.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Infants aged 9-12 months with mild to moderate diaper rash

Exclusion Criteria:

• Use of topical or oral antibiotics or antifungals within the past 4 weeks.
• Use of zinc-containing diaper rash creams within 48 hours first sample
• Immunocompromised