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What Do Red Bumps Around Buttock In 23 Month Old Indicate?

My 23 month old son has tiny red bumps that look a little like pimples on his butt and a little on the back of his left thigh. They're not getting better or worse. They started about 3 days ago and haven't gone away. We thought the cause was that we changed the brand of diaper he was wearing, so we switched it back. I haven't been using baby wipes when he needs to be changed. Instead I have been using water and a cloth, and soapy water when he poops. I can't seem to find anything anywhere online that can tell me what these little red bumps are.
Mon, 13 Apr 2020
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H Dear,

Understanding your concern. Condition seems to be mainly infection of follicles leading to folliculitis and it could be due to wetness in that area. I would suggest you to keep area clean and apply antibacterial powder to avoid red bumps. Apply mupirocin ointment topically twice a day. If symptoms still persist, visit dermatologist once and get it examined and start treatment accordingly.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Do Red Bumps Around Buttock In 23 Month Old Indicate?

H Dear, Understanding your concern. Condition seems to be mainly infection of follicles leading to folliculitis and it could be due to wetness in that area. I would suggest you to keep area clean and apply antibacterial powder to avoid red bumps. Apply mupirocin ointment topically twice a day. If symptoms still persist, visit dermatologist once and get it examined and start treatment accordingly. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari