Question
The bottom of my 30-day-old baby is red and sore, and today I discovered that the skin on both sides of the bottom has broken open. How should I deal with this situation? Is there a connection between the sore bottom and frequently washing with water?
Answer
Considering the possibility of recurring damage to the baby’s buttock skin. Excessive friction has caused the mucous membrane to be damaged, leading to redness, swelling, and pain. It is recommended to implement buttock cleaning and disinfection, apply miconazole ointment topically, rewrap with sterile dressings, and administer antibiotics and intravenous fluids to prevent infection. These are the suggestions for dealing with the question ‘How to handle the red, swollen, and sore bottom of a 30-day-old baby?’ I hope this helps you, and wish you good health!