How to care for infant perianal abscess to prevent recurrence?

Infants with perianal abscesses need careful care, and keeping the perianal area clean and feeding properly can reduce the risk of recurrence. Some severe cases or repeated infections require timely medical attention to prevent further development.

Perianal abscess is a common local infection problem in infants, which is often related to unclean perianal folds, fragile skin barrier and low resistance. Its manifestations are usually redness, swelling, lumps and even suppuration around the anus. The baby may cry and be restless or eat less.

When caring for the wound, first pay attention to the cleanliness and dryness of the anus. After each diaper change, pat the anus clean with warm water and avoid using irritating wipes. Change diapers frequently to prevent the humid environment from irritating the wound. Use diapers with good breathability to reduce the accumulation of damp heat. If there is already suppuration, use antibacterial lotions or local medications under the guidance of a doctor, and remember to avoid squeezing the abscess.

Improving the baby's resistance is also the key to preventing recurrence. For example, insisting on breastfeeding or adjusting the proportion of formula milk to promote intestinal health. Reasonably add complementary foods and avoid giving the baby irritating foods too early. Pay attention to the baby's bowel movements on a daily basis to help prevent constipation. Constipation will increase the local burden and increase the risk of infection.

If you find that the abscess recurs, does not heal, or your baby has a high fever, you need to go to a medical institution for examination as soon as possible. This may indicate that more in-depth treatment is needed, such as incision and drainage or antibiotic treatment. At the same time, parents should not use drugs that are not recommended by doctors at will to avoid delaying treatment and causing more complicated problems.