Teething: How to relieve symptoms? Photo: GettyIncorrect information obtained from dubious sources increases anxiety and fear. Typical questions from parents:
- Is it too early/late for the tooth to appear?
- Why do incisors have jagged edges?
- What to do if teeth start to erupt in the wrong sequence?
Concerned mothers often ask such questionsconsult pediatricians. During the period when teeth are coming in, it is necessary to correctly recognize the symptoms and not confuse them with other problems. Let's try to figure it out.
Climbing teeth: symptoms
In addition to the huge amount of saliva produced and painfully reddened gums, teething can be accompanied by more serious symptoms:
- elevated body temperature (38-38.5 °C) for several days;
- sleep problems, restless behavior during the day;
- runny nose and wet cough;
- bad breath;
- loss of appetite.
Very often parents attribute this to the signsteething also vomiting and upset stomach. This is not entirely correct, such health problems may indicate the presence of an intestinal infection. In such cases, it is worth consulting a pediatrician.
How do teeth cut through?
The typical pattern of teeth emergence is as follows:
- the central lower incisors appear;
- then the corresponding teeth in the top row;
Violation of this order is not a pathology.and does not affect the baby's health. The first signs of incisor eruption can be seen clearly, just look into the baby's mouth. Increased salivation, swollen gums, redness in the corners of the lips - all this can indicate the beginning of a difficult period for the child. Although some mothers do not even have time to notice when the next tooth appears, and only state the fact. All 20 baby teeth of the child should appear before the age of 2.5 years. Some teeth tend to appear in pairs, so the restless behavior of the baby is associated with severe pain and discomfort. Massage of the gums with sterile gauze, chewing hard foods: pretzels, carrots, apples help to dull the pain a little when teeth appear. Just do not leave the baby alone, make sure that he does not choke. Teeth are climbing - take a photo of the first tooth and be patient, this period will pass quickly, and the baby will again delight you with a smile. Also interesting:
