Inquiry
Three days ago, my child’s buttocks began to turn red, and yesterday, there was a slight water discharge on the red skin (feels like mild ulceration).
Answer
Medical Analysis: Hello! Your baby’s condition may be diaper rash, clinically known as diaper dermatitis. It is caused by infrequent diaper changes, where urine and feces are soaked into the diaper, and the ammonia formed by the breakdown of urine by fecal bacteria produces more ammonia, which irritates the skin. For such a young child, it is best not to use disposable diapers but to use cloth diapers instead. Guidance: Keeping the area dry can prevent this condition. Change diapers frequently and keep your baby’s genital area clean and dry. Choose diapers that are soft and absorbent, and ensure that the soap is completely rinsed out during washing. Use powders, zinc oxide ointments, or calamine lotion externally. For more severe ulcerations or erosion, wet compresses can be applied, often using a 3% boric acid solution. I hope my answer is helpful to you!