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Mouth Ulcers: Easing The Pain Of Your Child
The human body is equipped with an immune system that is capable of fighting a number of illnesses due to environmental factors. However, some times, the human immune system fails to protect people from falling ill.
The immune system can fail to perform due to a myriad of reasons, not limited to stress and hazardous substances.
A lower immunity due to not being inoculated can be one of the reasons. This is especially true in the case of young children who have not developed the needed immunity as yet.
Although initially believed to be a grown-up problem, children can be afflicted with ulcers as well. Mouth ulcers in children are often caused by a trigger such as stress, a genetic predisposition and bad dietary conditions.
Viral infections, oral thrush, injuries due to biting and a low vitamin intake are also possible causes.
Since ulcers are often painful and troublesome, children who face this issue can get cranky and act irritably.
They might refuse to eat, cry often and even feel angry. Continue reading to know the best ways you can ease the pain your child experiences when he/she is afflicted with mouth ulcers.
Symptoms Of Mouth Ulcers In Children
Round
white
sores
Ulcers
appear
along
the
inner
lining
of
the
mouth,
gums
and
tongue
Painful,
especially
when
eating
salty
and
spicy
food
Fever
will
be
present
if
the
ulcer
is
caused
by
an
infection
Immediate Treatment For Mouth Ulcers In Kids
Mouth
ulcers
vanish
by
themselves
in
4-7
days.
Salt
water
mouth
rinses
can
aid
this
process
Intake
of
small
sips
of
fluids,
such
as
water
with
electrolytes
and
fresh
fruit
juices,
may
help
Treatment
with
broad-spectrum
antibiotic
medicines
for
secondary
infections
may
be
prescribed
Long-Term Plan To Stop The Recurrence Of Ulcer Attacks
Visiting a paediatrician to understand the underlying cause is a good first step.
Using herbal remedies such as Borax and Kali Chloride can do wonders. A potent and versatile medicine that can be used to reduce the pain and frequency of ulcers is Mercurius Solubius. Homeopathic remedies, such as these, can be bought in the form of concentrated drops that have to be added to a glass of water and consumed. They can also be purchased in the form of sweet pills that can be placed in the cheek pocket of your child's mouth.
A balanced meal at home can help your child get all the needed vitamins to prevent further occurrences of such sores. Eating spicy and salty food can also lead to these painful sores. Getting your child used to the taste of blander foods can help significantly.
Preventing undue stress on your child can help him/her stay clear of ulcers. Stress-management activities are recommended for children who are older than the age of 10 years. Encouraging your child to study smartly, make notes, take short breaks while studying and spend a few hours a day in recreational activities can help significantly.
Maintaining oral hygiene by brushing 2-3 times in a day can help in the long run. Using a mouth wash that is meant for children can also help.
Encouraging your child not to put objects in his/her mouth can prevent these sores from occurring. Washing all teether toys and pacifiers before each use can also aid in your attempt to keep these sores away.
If your child eats out often, then encourage your child to eat food from hygienic places. Many of the bacterial and viral infections that are the cause of these sores can be traced to eating at unhygienic places.
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