What Are Signs or Symptoms of Sexual Molestation in Baby Boy?

by Dixie
(DALLAS, TX)

My 1 year old baby boy has stools that are huge and hard. Sometimes 3" in diameter, and very hard. I heard that this is a symptom of sexual abuse/ anal penetration. Is this true? What would cause his poop to be this large and hard? Worried. Thanks

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Baby Help Line Response:

Signs Of Sexual Abuse In Baby Boys

You seem to be very worried. Suspecting sexual abuse for your baby must be torture!

I am not an expert on child abuse and if you have reasons to believe that your baby is being abused, you need to contact a doctor! You can also read more about the most common signs of sexual abuse in children here.

Regarding the stools; hard, large stools is a sign of constipation. Constipation is common in babies and is usually due to something they eat. Have your baby's diet changed in some way since his stools became hard? If you stopped breastfeeding or added more solid foods to his diet, that is a likely cause of his constipation. You can find symptoms and treatments of constipation in babies here.

Also try including lots of fruits that soften stools in his diet, such as prunes, pears, kiwi or juices of these. Avoid dairy products, bananas, blue berries and carrots for a while and see if it makes a difference.

But again, since child abuse is such serious question, if you do suspect it, you really have to act immediately by contacting a doctor!

I wish you good luck!

Paula

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