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What Does Natal Crack Near Spinal Area Besides Frequent Yeast Infection Indicate?

My grandson was born with a small natal crack above his natural one, the doctors say it was probably because the lower spinal area did not close over completely or something, but it was very minor and nothing to worry about. However, now he is 2, and that area is bleeding and sore right where that upper crack is. He also frequently gets yeast-type infections in the genital area and the skin around his penis is often red and raw looking. There is absolutely NO chance of any type of sexual abuse, this is strictly a diaper-issue. What is the best way to heal this, and should we be concerned?
Mon, 12 Jan 2015
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Infectious Diseases Specialist,  's  Response
Hello dear,

Thank you for your contact to health care magic.

I read and understand your concern.

I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.


Such types of defects usually closes after some tines. But in your case it has not close d. If such things happens it requires surgical intervention to close it.

Because open space has communication with the spinal area. Because of this it frequently gets infected, as you mentioned now it is infected with the fungus.

I advixevyou to get close it surgically. This is the final permanent solution for this condition.

Till you visit the doctor you can make the area clean with frequent washing and dressing. You can use betadine and polysporin powder.

Please avoid injury to that portion. Wearing a cotton undergarments can help you more than synthetic garments.


I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.

Thank you,
Dr Arun Tank
Infectious diseases specialist,
HCM.
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What Does Natal Crack Near Spinal Area Besides Frequent Yeast Infection Indicate?

Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern. Such types of defects usually closes after some tines. But in your case it has not close d. If such things happens it requires surgical intervention to close it. Because open space has communication with the spinal area. Because of this it frequently gets infected, as you mentioned now it is infected with the fungus. I advixevyou to get close it surgically. This is the final permanent solution for this condition. Till you visit the doctor you can make the area clean with frequent washing and dressing. You can use betadine and polysporin powder. Please avoid injury to that portion. Wearing a cotton undergarments can help you more than synthetic garments. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you, Dr Arun Tank Infectious diseases specialist, HCM.