A two-month-old baby's buttocks are very red.

Patient's question:

Baby was born with red inner thighs? Later went to the hospital and bought a bottle of liquid to wash, also bought Baby Soothing Skin Cream to apply. Now the inner thighs are better, but the area near the buttocks is still very red and warm. Don't know what to do

Doctor's answer:

In the case of the child, there should be a consideration of diaper rash, and the possibility of a fungal infection cannot be ruled out. It is recommended to switch to a different brand of diapers. While ensuring the child does not get cold, try to avoid wrapping the little buttocks too tightly. When cleaning the buttocks, it is best to use water. If using a cloth, avoid rubbing and instead gently press, as the child's delicate skin is prone to tearing, which can cause the child to cry and fuss loudly. If the child cries and fusses without apparent reason, check to see if the buttock skin is red, as this indicates discomfort.
To prevent diaper rash, applying a layer of ointment, such as tetracycline ointment or even eye ointment, after each cleaning can be helpful. Additionally, it is important to change the diaper promptly and let the buttocks air out to prevent the ammonia released from urine and feces from irritating the delicate skin.