1. What is infant anal eczema? Infant anal eczema refers to inflammation of the skin around the anus of infants. It is usually caused by prolonged wearing of diapers or friction. This condition is common but does not have a serious impact on the child\’s health. 2. What are the symptoms of infant anal eczema? The main symptoms of anal eczema in babies include red patches, dry skin, flaking and redness. These patches usually appear around the area covered by the diaper and sometimes extend onto the inner thighs and buttocks. 3. Prevention and treatment of infant anal eczema.