Ph value of infant's skin is higher on diaper area compared to nondiaper area
Prolonged use of diaper may alter skin barrier function due to exposure to irritants from feces and urine, concurrent mechanical friction and occlusion, thus render the skin prone to inflammation and infection. Measurement of skin pH value may be used to document skin barrier function, especially in...
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PAGEPress Publications,
2019-03-01T00:00:00Z.
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