Is It Normal for a Baby’s Anal Area to Have Pigmented Darkening?

Question

A baby who is about to turn 6 months old has recently been found to have darkened color around the anal area, not red, slightly blackish. Is this a normal phenomenon?

Answer

In this case, if the child’s diet and mental state are normal, there should be no problem. As the child grows older, pigmented darkening may occur around the anal area. It is recommended to maintain good hygiene in the anal area, wash with warm water after each bowel movement, and avoid using diapers frequently. I hope these suggestions can help you, and wish you health!