What causes swollen genitals in babies?

If parents find that their baby's genitals are swollen, there are two main reasons for this symptom. Either the child's genitals are infected, or it is due to some symptoms caused by phimosis. At this time, you should pay attention to the cleanliness of the child's private parts. In addition, you can use some anti-infection ointments, such as erythromycin ointment, or fusidic acid ointment, etc.

Key points for baby private parts care

1. Baby boy private parts care

Cleanliness is the first priority. After the baby has a bowel movement, the area around the anus should be wiped clean first. First, wet a soft towel with warm water and wipe off the dirt around the anus; straighten the penis with your hands, and gently wipe the base and the places inside where dirt is easily hidden, but don't use too much force; dirt is also easy to accumulate in the wrinkles of the scrotal epidermis. The mother can use her fingers to gently spread out the wrinkles and wipe them. Wait until the private parts are completely dry before changing into a clean, breathable diaper.

When wearing diapers, be sure to press the penis down so that it rests on the scrotum. The purpose of doing this is to prevent the baby's urine from washing up and wetting his clothes when he urinates. In addition, it can also help the baby's penis remain in a natural drooping state to avoid affecting the appearance of his clothes in the future.

2. Baby girl private parts care

A baby girl's sexual organs have two parts, the external sexual organs and the internal sexual organs, so you must be especially vigilant against bacterial invasion. After defecation, use a wet towel to wipe off the dirt from front to back; use a wet towel to slowly wipe off the dirt around the labia minora. Wipe clean even after urinating. You can fold the towel into a long thin strip and then slide it in the groove of the labia minora to wipe it. Dirt is also easily stuck in the gap between the thighs. The mother can use one hand to open the gap, and then gently wipe it with the other hand, and then put on the diaper after the baby's butt is completely dry.

Baby girls should wear underwear early to minimize direct contact between dirty bacteria from outside and their genitals.

Private cleaning steps

Step 1: After your baby has a bowel movement, first wipe the area around the anus. First, wet a soft towel with warm water and wipe away the dirt around the anus.

Step 2: Use your hands to straighten the penis and gently wipe the base and the areas inside where dirt and grime are likely to hide, but don't use too much force.

Step 3: Dirt is easy to accumulate in the wrinkles of the scrotal epidermis. Mothers can use their fingers to gently spread out the wrinkles and wipe them. After the penis is completely dry, put on a clean and breathable diaper.