The child's immunity is unstable and only learns to resist the adverse effects of the environment. As a result, children are more often exposed to certain diseases, among which there is a “dirty hands disease” - stomatitis. It affects the tissues of the oral cavity.
Why does stomatitis occur?
The main reasons for the development of stomatitis are called a decrease in the protective functions of the body and a violation of the basic rules of oral hygiene.
Science distinguishes several varieties of the disease:
- traumatic stomatitis (develops due to mechanical damage to the mouth);
- fungal (caused by Candida fungus, forming a white coating (thrush) on the tongue);
- herpetic (caused by the herpes virus);
- allergic (the reason is a reaction to irritants (animal hair, dust and others));
- aphthous (occurs with a decrease in immunity, accompanied by the appearance of ulcers).
Signs of stomatitis in children
Stomatitis in children is expressed in general malaise, redness and soreness in the mouth.
The first signs of stomatitis in infants are manifested in tearfulness, decreased appetite, refusal to eat and drink due to pain in the oral cavity.
As the disease develops, other signs of stomatitis in children appear:
- swelling and bleeding of the oral cavity;
- profuse salivation;
- temperature increase, sometimes even up to 40 ° C;
- curdled white coating on the tongue;
- small rashes on the lips;
- the formation of white ulcers (aphthae) rising above the surface, around which redness is visible;
- purulent breath.
Signs of stomatitis in children will help to identify the disease , the photo is in the article. However, only a specialist can diagnose the disease.
How to treat stomatitis?
Treatment is prescribed by a doctor depending on the etiology of the disease.
As soon as parents notice the first signs of stomatitis in children, they should begin to systematically treat the wounds with infusion of herbs (chamomile, calendula) or antiseptic emulsions, for example, methylene blue.
It is recommended to remove the curdled deposits arising from thrush with a solution of soda (1 teaspoon of soda in a glass of water) with a bandage.
To relieve pain symptoms and reduce temperature, painkillers (Nurofen, Acetaminophen) are used.
Effective is considered the drug "Chrysal", the components of which adversely affect both the viral and fungal environments. The medicine also has an analgesic effect.
If during treatment aphthae do not heal, and the disease lasts more than 3 days, you should consult a doctor.
Delaying the disease can lead to a weakening of the immune system and the development of serious diseases of the internal organs.
Due to pain in the mouth, babies refuse to drink and eat, which can lead to dehydration. Therefore, you need to ensure that the child continues to eat. But the diet should be gentle. Solid, spicy, hot and cold foods should be excluded. Liquid cereals, mashed potatoes, broths, jelly, fruit drinks are recommended.
Parents should know all the signs of stomatitis in children and how to treat it.
Prevention
Stomatitis tends to recur. For the prevention of the disease, it is recommended:
- strengthen immunity (e.g., hardening);
- eat well;
- wash hands, toys, soothers;
- when breastfeeding, wash the nipples twice a day with soap and water;
- exclude objects with sharp edges (toys, hard toothbrushes), solid food;
- reduce contact with people with herpetic eruptions.
Compliance with these simple rules will preserve the health of the crumbs and give him a great mood!