Hi Lu31

Since you say "rash," it sounds like it may actually be a yeast infection. I would suggest going to the drug store and getting over the counter Canestan or Monistat anti-fungal cream. Apply that 3-4x per day or after bms, and see if it clears up. Dust a bit of baby powder over the area too to keep it dry.

Would a yeast infection be on my bottom end? It just seems red (and sore)

Yes, you can get a yeast infection pretty much anywhere, and areas like the groin/bottom are particularly susceptible. Yeast is not always a rash, and does not always itch. Red, cracked, sore skin can also signal a yeast infection. I would definitely try the cream for a few days and see if the problem clears up. However, if you don't think you have yeast overgrowth, you can try any zinc based ointment like Calmoseptine or Penaten, but the risk is if you do have a yeast infection, the ointment can make it worse. Alternatively, you could try Goldbond medicated powder.

My fave has always been A&D ointment, honestly. If it's not itchy, it might just be irritation vs. yeast, especially if you were going more than usual. It won't hurt to try yeast things, too, but also keep dry if you can. When my daughter was a baby, I found she had good response getting rid of diaper rash with Lansinoh, the lanolin you use when you're nursing, that protects sore breasts. Makes a really good barrier, just don't use if lanolin causes you issues.

I had a yeast infection, I guess trapped moisture can help create them -- at least that's what I understood from my conversation with my RN. In any event, Nystat (sp.?) made it go away. If you suspect it's a yeast infection, might be worth talking to your RN and getting a prescription for that. My symptom was uncontrollable itching and insatiable urge to scratch. Good luck!

Thanks for the input. Really appreciate it.
It's not itchy (or at least yet) and is just sore, so probably just irritation. Sounds kind of crazy, but am starting with using my daughters old diaper cream (i.e. zinc oxide) and if it doesn't inprove in a day or two, then will look at trying one of the yeast infection meds from a drug store (unless it seems i need it sooner).