Baby's delicate skin is easily damaged, and the anal area comes into contact with feces every day. If not cleaned properly or if the baby's feces are not detected and cleaned in a timely manner, the skin at the anal area is prone to redness, pain, and even ulceration, commonly known as "flooding the anus", which causes great pain to the baby. So what should I do if my baby's anus is flooded?
1. Pay attention to keeping your little butt dry and dry
In addition to improper cleaning, wearing non breathable diapers and changing wet diapers for a long time, especially in the hot and humid summer, can easily cause the baby's anus to flood. After each bowel movement of the baby, parents should clean the baby's anus with clean water, gently dry it with a towel, and apply a thin layer of talcum powder on the anus to keep the little buttocks dry. You can also apply buttock cream to moisturize the skin on your baby's buttocks and relieve discomfort. Note that if the indoor temperature is suitable, babies can often expose their buttocks to air to prevent bacterial growth and the problem of flooding their anus.
2. Use sesame oil
If the baby's anus is flooded, parents can also apply an appropriate amount of sesame oil to the baby's anus, which can be applied 5-6 times a day. This way, the baby's anus will gradually recover in about 3-4 days.
3. Precautions
During the period when the baby's anus is submerged, it is advisable to avoid using diapers and keep the little buttocks dry. When cleaning the baby's anus, do not use force to wipe, as the friction of tissues can easily scratch the baby's delicate skin. It is best to gently wipe it with a tissue and then rinse it with water.
The key to preventing Baobao from drowning in the anus is to keep it dry and clean, and apply buttock protection cream every day to prevent pain for the baby.
