thread: Impetigo and washing nappies

  1. #1
    Registered User

    Jan 2010
    Coburg
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    Question Impetigo and washing nappies

    Hello - I'm just wondering whether anyone has any ideas about whether I need to do some extra or special washing of our nappies - my DS has developed impetigo on his penis and scrotum (poor kid!). I feel like I should give all the nappies an extra wash but I'm just wondering whether I need to add any antibacterial-ish stuff to the wash, or do a hot wash, or???

    any ideas?

  2. #2
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    Aug 2006
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    I would, just because the impetigo bacteria tend to be pretty contagious. I would either do a hot soak in napisan or use the canesten wash.

  3. #3
    Registered User

    Jan 2010
    Coburg
    8

    Smile

    thanks Marydean

  4. #4
    Registered User

    Jun 2005
    USA
    3,991

    I've used canesten wash a couple of times on our nappies when our little guy seems to have a bit of a bug. The nappies are fine and I like knowing they're extra clean. I'd do it for peace of mind if nothing else.