I think this type of rash sounds like it could be a contact dermatitis, but of course it is impossible to say without seeing. I think my "all purpose nipple ointment" should be given a try. mupirocin ointment 2% (15 grams) nystatin ointment (15 grams) betamethasone 0.1% ointment (15 grams) Apply sparingly four times a day (after each feeding if there is a baby nursing). Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html