Knowledge of mothers with children age 0 to 24 months on diaper dermatitis management and associated practice in a referral Hospital in Northern Ghana: a cross sectional study

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Diaper dermatitis is found to be the most common skin condition among children below 24 months. Though it is generally less fatal, it could elevate into a severely painful condition with possible bacterial and fungal infestation requiring a critical medical attention. The aim of the study is to assess knowledge of mothers with children in the diaper wearing age on diaper dermatitis management and associated practice in a referral hospital in Northern Ghana. METHODS: the study employed the facility-based cross-sectional study design. A total of 456 mothers with infants aged 1-24 months were recruited using the systematic sampling technique. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 25. A p-value