There is a whole mass of diseases of the oral cavity that accompany red spots in the mouth. Sometimes the rash can take on other shades and various forms, located in the pharynx, on the tongue, and also cover the entire oral cavity.
Common causes of a rash
The allergic nature of the appearance of red spots in the throat can be recognized in the absence of obvious signs of infectious diseases, which include an increase in body temperature and a general deterioration in well-being.
Based on the foregoing, in cases where red dots appeared in the sky in a child, we can talk about the following:
- the development of infectious diseases (bacterial or viral infection);
- allergic manifestations.
A reliable analysis of what caused the red dots in the upper sky will help with a balanced analysis of the main symptoms of the disease, conducting outpatient examinations, and a specialist examining the mucous membrane of the throat.
Fungal infections
Cause a rash in the mouth of a red and white hue can fungi of the genus Candida, more popularly known as thrush. However, violations of the gastric environment or the development of diseases of the digestive system can lead to the appearance of such neoplasms.
Coping with a fungal infection allows the passage of a course to take appropriate antibiotics. After treatment, the red dots in the sky in the child may acquire a dark shade, after which they will begin to gradually disappear.
Viral infection
In theory, any respiratory infection can cause the appearance of red spots in the oral cavity of a child. An infected nasopharynx almost always produces a reaction in the form of inflammation of the mucous membrane.
You can recognize a viral infection by the following symptoms:
- dry throat and perspiration effect;
- a feeling of the presence of a foreign body (in certain cases);
- slight pain when swallowing;
- increased dry cough in the morning and at night;
- development, as well as a gradual increase in muscle and headache.
Regular respiratory viral infections do not require special treatment to eliminate a rash in the mouth. Therapy is performed according to standard regimens. In other words, symptomatic measures are combined with measures aimed at counteracting intoxication.
If spots appeared in the upper palate and there is a temperature, in this case it is advisable to offer the patient antipyretic drugs ("Ibuprofen", "Paracetamol"). To eliminate the manifestations of the rash also makes it possible to use bactericidal sprays, rinsing the oral cavity.
Stomatitis and herpes sore throat
It is these diseases that deserve special attention, since their diagnosis occurs precisely according to the definition of the nature of the rash in the oral cavity. Despite the fact that the manifestations of both ailments are largely similar, their pathogens are different.
Herpes sore throat belongs to the category of enterovirus infections, which are characterized by sudden and acute development. The main distinguishing feature of the disease are small red spots in the mouth in the sky with transparent contents. Treatment is practically no different from measures aimed at eliminating the usual SARS. The patient will only have to adhere to a sparing diet, trying not to irritate the oral cavity with salty, sharp and hot foods.
As for stomatitis, it can be recognized not only by the rash, but also by the sharp appearance of chills, temperature jumps. The red dots in the sky in a child here are slightly larger compared to herpes sore throat. Since stomatitis is a viral infection of herpes, any effective antiherpetic drug, such as Acyclovir, is suitable for eliminating red spots in the mouth.
Other causes of rash
According to experts, red dots in the sky in a child can form in the presence of the following diseases:
- respiratory ailments;
- infectious diseases of blood vessels and blood;
- allergic manifestations.
Noticing a rash in the child’s oral cavity in time, in no case should you hesitate in trying to eliminate the nuisance using traditional medicine. It is recommended to immediately consult a doctor for the necessary diagnostic procedures. This will help to understand what the problem is connected as early as possible.
If the dots in the sky are pale or grayish, the cause of their occurrence may be an enterovirus infection. Localization of its manifestations usually occurs on the posterior pharyngeal walls in the form of sores. In this case, rashes can be found on the tongue, the front arches of the sky, tonsils. The main period of the spread of such an ailment in children is autumn, less often winter.
Finally
Whatever the cause of the rash in the form of red dots in the sky, do not hesitate to visit a qualified specialist. The formation of a rash is often accompanied by serious pain, burning, general deterioration of the baby's well-being.
If manifestations in the form of red dots have arisen during the treatment of existing diseases, for example, tonsillitis with the onset of febrile syndrome, other unpleasant symptoms of infection, call the doctor at home. Ultimately, the cause of the rash may be scarlet fever, in which contact with others is extremely undesirable.