Patient's question:
My son is one month old. Whenever his stomach makes a gurgling sound, some foamy, large bowel movements flow out from his buttocks. He has diarrhea every day, and the area around his buttocks is swollen and red. What should I do to treat this? Thank youDoctor's answer:
If the baby has frequent bowel movements, it will irritate the mucous membranes around the anus, leading to a red bottom. After each bowel movement, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the anus and the surrounding buttocks with warm water. Then, use a cotton cloth to completely dry the area around the anus. It is advisable to consult a pediatrician for examination to identify the cause and provide targeted treatment. Diarrhea is often associated with indigestion and intestinal inflammation. If there is no improvement after a period of time, it is necessary to take the child to a local regular hospital pediatric department for medical treatment as soon as possible.