What causes hanging hair in the rectum of baby?
Patient: hi, my baby is 9 months old today while changing her diaper i found out hair hanging out from the rectum. i tried to pull it but its very hard n i was unable to pull it. i am quite worried as to what is it and why i am unable to pull it.Has anyone had such an experience ? worried mum !! : ( Doctor: Hi,Welcome to Hcm,I understand your concern. Hair seen like that is not common in children of this age. If its coming from inside that could mean he has swallowed some hair which is tying to get expelled undigested and getting entangled inside. If I were your pediatrician, I would refer you to a pediatric surgeon who can examine his rectum and try to take it out in a safe manner. Dont worry, the problem can be completely cleared. Take care.