The nurse is examining a 12-month-old boy who was brought to the clinic for persistent diaper rash.The nurse finds perianal inflammation with satellite lesions that cross the inguinal folds.What is the most likely cause?

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Candida albicans infection produces perianal inflammation and a maculopapular rash with satellite lesions that may cross the inguinal folds.Impetigo is a bacterial infection that spreads peripherally in sharply marginated,irregular outlines.Eruptions involving the skin in contact with the diaper but sparing the folds are likely to be caused by chemical irritation,especially urine and feces.

The Nurse Is Examining a 12-Month-Old Boy Who Was Brought