Patient's question:
A three-month-old baby girl, who previously had a slight fishy smell similar to leukorrhea, had no leukorrhea after washing with boracic powder, but now has a strong odor. After staying overnight, the odor becomes very strong.Doctor's answer:
If there is an odor in the baby's private area, it may be due to potential infection, or because the baby hasn't been cleaned properly, or because the use of diapers has led to bacterial growth. It is recommended to give the baby some water. In addition to not using diapers for the baby, the baby's clothes and adult clothes should be washed separately. When the sun is out, expose the private area to sunlight. Also, carefully observe for any redness, swelling, or crying during urination. If any of these symptoms are present, it is necessary to take the baby to the hospital for follow-up treatment.