The redness and swelling of the pubic area of small children may be caused by vulvovaginitis, underwear discomfort, allergies and other factors.
1. Vulvovaginitis: the redness and swelling of a child’s vagina is generally considered to be juvenile vulvovaginitis, which is mostly seen in children under the age of five, and is very prone to vulvovaginitis because the natural defense system of the vagina has not been formed.
2. Underwear discomfort: children’s underwear is too tight, friction or wear not cotton underwear, due to children’s vulvar skin, mucous membrane is more delicate, may also cause the phenomenon of redness and swelling of the pubic area.
3. Allergy: If the child’s pubic area is red and swollen with pain and small rashes, it may be eczema, which is a common allergic, inflammatory vulvar skin disease.
Parents should take their children to the doctor in time to clarify the cause of the disease, and then targeted treatment. At the same time, pay attention to keep small children’s vulva hygiene.