Causes of Red and Swollen Anus in a 4-Year-Old Baby

Question

What causes the red anus in a 4-year-old baby?

Answer

The buttocks of a 4-year-old baby become red due to intestinal dampness and heat. Pay attention to the child’s diet, keep it light, and avoid spicy foods. Pay attention to the cleanliness around the anus, rinse with water after defecation, and be aware of symptoms such as diarrhea. Choose cotton underwear for good ventilation and frequently wash the buttocks with clean water. Use a sterile cotton swab dipped in iodine tincture, place it into the iodine tincture bottle once, and disinfect from the inside out three times daily, applying it three times a day.