Question
My baby is 8 months old, a boy, and he’s had red dots on his little balls since he was 3 months old. Now there are several of them. Is this a serious issue?
Answer
The possible cause is diaper rash, which occurs due to prolonged irritation in the diaper area from urine and feces, along with the non-breathable nature of the diaper. It could also be related to residual cleaning agents on the diaper or baby’s sensitive skin. The treatment includes changing diapers frequently, keeping the area dry, and using zinc oxide ointment or calamine lotion to alleviate symptoms.