Our doctor prescribedFucidin cream originally for my mother's diaper rash. She has a history of?

I agree, zinc works quite well because it helps to dry out the area keeping it from getting macerated, a good zinc oxide ointment works as a moisture barrier to keep the area dry and the clotrimazole will kill fungus. Betaderm will help to reduce the redness and inflammation so it wont hurt to use it, just be sure to use a very thin layer and once the majority of the redness and inflammation is gone, stop using it because it can thin the skin making it more susceptible to damage. In summer adults in diapers very commonly get fungal rashes in the perineal area (area around the groin: gentals and anal areas, buttocks), armpits, skin folds, and also, in women, under the breasts. All these areas need to be bathed with soap and water at least once daily, if not twice daily, dried carefully (sometimes it helps to use a blow drier on a cool setting, believe it or not) and then put the clotrimazole and betaderm mixture then cover that with the zinc.

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This should reduce the problem quite quickly then you can discontinue the betaderm and continue to use the clotrimazole and zinc oxide. Once the area is completely clear, the zinc oxide alone will prevent the area from breaking out again. Being a caregiver for this type of patient is very difficult! My heart goes out to you! Be sure to try to take turns with others who can act as caregiver. This will give everyone a chance for respite. One caregiver all the time is very difficult and can really burn the one person out quickly and affect the caregivers health. I have seen many instances of one caregiver trying to take care of someone like this and sacrificing their own health. Be sure that the main caregiver gets away from the caregiving as often as possible to de-stress.