
What Does A Purple Ring Around The Anus Of A Child Indicate?

Constipation is the likely cause.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. The first thing that I would need to ask is whether your son has constipation. Constipation could be the possible cause of the mentioned problem. If that is the case, taking plenty of green leafy vegetables as well as fiber supplements like psyllium husk (isabgol) would help in relieving the constipation.
I would not insist you to apply hydrocortisone topically. Rather Sitz bath should provide relief. He has to take water as hot as skin can take, take it in a tumbler and sit on it with his anal opening dipped. This has to be done for about 20 mins a couple of times a day. Creams like Annovate or Sucral Ano can be used.
Regards


Non-accidental injuries need to be ruled out
Detailed Answer:
In such a case, it looks concerning. Non-accidental injuries need to be ruled out and you by to visit a doctor at the earliest and get him evaluated.
Regards

Answered by

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
