My 2 yr old had a huge bowel movement. I was cleaning her I noticed her urethra is red and tender. When I was bathing her she was uncomfortable when I was washing her. What is it? Does she need antibiotics? She eats plays jumps as usual. But when she urinates she is uncomfortable
Helots a common condition in female child Chat Doctor. You should get her urine tested as Urinary infection is common in young girls. Another cause is pin worms for which you may give her syrup Albendazole 10 ml and repeat after about two weeks. Redness and pain in the external genital passage could also be due to bacterial or fungal vulvo-vaginitis for which you need to consult a Pediatrician. Local hygiene by daily washing with a mild soap and water twice a day will help prevent recurrence of this condition after being properly treated with appropriate medication as prescribed by your children Pediatrician. Best wishes for your children quick recovery.