Patient's question:
The baby's anus is very red, and when he has a bowel movement, it's just a little bit at a time. He refuses to have his buttocks wiped for him, and he cries when he's urinated. Last night he had a fever, and he was given fever-reducing medicine, but it didn't break until after midnight. By noon today, the anus started to turn red.Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Hello! The redness and pain in your child's perianal skin are caused by irritation from stool and broken skin during wiping.Advice: If your child has frequent bowel movements, it's inevitable that their little bottom will suffer. It's recommended to avoid wrapping their bottom too tightly, especially when ensuring they stay warm. When cleaning their bottom, use water as much as possible. If using a cloth, avoid rubbing—it should be gently pressed instead. This is important to prevent their delicate skin from getting easily damaged, as it can lead to severe crying.
If your child cries uncontrollably, check if their bottom skin is red—it's a sign of discomfort. To prevent diaper rash, apply a layer of ointment, such as tetracycline ointment or even eye ointment, after each cleaning. Also, change the diaper promptly and let the bottom air out to avoid irritation from ammonia released during decomposition of urine and stool.