Perianal redness and swelling is a common disease that can occur in both children and adults. This disease is somewhat similar to hemorrhoids, and it may be caused by hemorrhoids. Babies usually experience redness and swelling around the anus, which may be caused by eczema or other reasons. What should be done if the baby has redness and swelling around the anus?
What should I do if there is redness and swelling around Baobao's anus
Baby's redness and swelling can be caused by inflammation around the anus due to diarrhea, as well as allergies to certain medications or chemicals such as ointments or creams. For the problem of perianal abscess, it is necessary to go to the hospital's proctology department for examination in a timely manner. The doctor has confirmed the opinion and suggestion: if it is perianal abscess, it is recommended to receive anti-inflammatory injections, and after the abscess forms, surgical incision and drainage are needed. At the same time, warm water sitz baths can be used to facilitate recovery.
What to pay attention to when experiencing anal redness and swelling
1. Don't sit for long periods of time, instead, get up and move around for a few minutes when you sit down.
2. Do not squat for too long when going to the bathroom, at most 5 minutes, especially do not read while using the bathroom, as this is an extremely unhygienic habit.
3. It is best to take a warm bath and soak your buttocks in water, which may be the best way to treat it. Warm water promotes blood circulation in the affected area, helps contract anal veins, and can alleviate pain.
4. Do not scratch with your hands. If scratching is used to relieve discomfort, it may cause damage to the venous wall.
If there is redness and swelling around the anus that cannot be effectively treated with medication, surgical treatment may be necessary. However, if there is redness and swelling around the baby's anus, it is generally not too serious. For babies, they should drink more water, eat more vegetables and fruits, rest more, develop a habit of defecation every day, and avoid constipation.
