Patient's question:
I went to my friend's house today and saw that they had a baby. It's been over three months now, but my friend told me that recently, the baby's anus has been sore. What should they do? I'm not very knowledgeable about this, so I'd like to consult a doctor here on how to treat a sore baby anus.Doctor's answer:
Diaper rash is the most common skin problem in infants, an inflammation of the buttocks also known as diaper dermatitis. It often occurs in areas covered by wet diapers, including the external genitalia, perineum, buttocks, groin, and upper inner thighs, and even near the anus. The affected skin develops red, spot-like rashes, which may be accompanied by exudate and erosion. Infants with diaper rash may exhibit irritability, restlessness, and difficulty sleeping.Over-the-counter diaper creams cannot be applied to ulcers or eroded areas. Many little babies also have red buttocks due to diaper rash. Creams cannot be applied there—just check the instructions! However, rhubarb oil can be used. It has a pure Chinese herbal formula, capable of anti-inflammatory, analgesic, blood-activating, and muscle-regenerating effects.