Symptoms of thrush in the mouth
The symptoms of thrush in a child are very simple,is easy to detect even at the very beginning: red, inflamed spots appear on the oral mucosa (tongue, gums, inner surface of the cheeks). After some time, characteristic discharge forms in their place, curdy and whitish. They are often confused with the remains of baby food, since in appearance they resemble cottage cheese or kefir. This disease is very painful for a child, there is a loss of appetite, it is difficult for the baby to even swallow saliva, he is capricious and cries. Therefore, such plaque must be removed carefully so as not to cause suffering to the baby. Thrush often causes the formation of micro-wounds that begin to bleed. Therefore, if you notice a loss of appetite in a child, he cries during feeding, is capricious, carefully examine the inner surface of the oral cavity. If you do not do this, the disease will develop into a more complex form, which is more difficult to treat. Where does thrush come from in a baby? So where can thrush come from in a baby? Usually this happens in two ways:
- a child can get infected from a mother who has thrush during her childbirth (infection occurs when she comes in contact with the birth canal);
- due to non-compliance with hygiene rules. The child very easily can catch from toys, when he pulls into the mouth various objects or his fingers.
Quite often this happens for the following reason:the baby's pacifier fell on the ground, the mother picked it up and simply licked it, after which she gave it to the baby, but this is absolutely forbidden! Candida fungi are often transmitted to the baby along with saliva!
- Thrush is passed on to the child and from dirtytoys, utensils. Therefore, you must regularly wash them, if possible, then boil. But not only this can lead to infection of the child, especially the lowering of immunity, too much sweet food.
But be careful not to confuse thrushwith the remains of baby food that you prepare for your child. It is very easy to check: take a cotton swab and run it over the mucous membrane. If after removing the white coating the mucous membrane is clean, then there is no thrush, if the surface is inflamed, reddened, then you need to see a doctor for treatment.
Methods of drug treatment
Today, many methods are used,with the help of which it is possible to cure thrush in a child. Among them are not only drugs, but also traditional medicine. Although, before starting any treatment, it is necessary to first consult a doctor who will prescribe dosages and duration of the course in accordance with the degree of damage to the baby's oral mucosa. Oral thrush in children is most often treated with special drugs against candidiasis, today there are quite a lot of them, the choice is wide. Nystatin, Candid, Miramistin are suitable for this. If you cannot independently decide which remedy can be used, then it is better to consult a doctor. Miramistin is a fairly strong antibacterial agent, it is available in the form of a solution, ointment. We simply wipe the affected area in the mouth with a swab, the ointment is applied in a thin layer. Dosage, frequency of use can only be prescribed by a doctor. The use of Miramistin is preferable, since it does not have a strong taste or smell, the baby's mucosa does not tingle, he calmly tolerates the treatment procedure. Nystatin is an antibiotic that is also often prescribed by doctors when a baby has thrush in the mouth. It is available in the form of tablets, ointments, vaginal suppositories. It is prescribed for very severe forms of the lesion, usually for premature babies, babies who have an advanced form. The course lasts two weeks, it is important to ensure that the child does not have an allergic reaction. Candid is a drug that can also be prescribed to children who have thrush in the mouth. In its action, it is similar to nystatin, it is prescribed as a solution for treating the affected mucous membrane. The treatment is carried out two or three times a day, the treatment usually lasts ten days.
Traditional methods of treatment
You can eliminate thrush in your baby's mouth this wayso-called folk methods, which are quite effective. The most common way to get rid of troubles in the form of thrush is rinsing with ordinary soda. It can be used even for infants, especially when the oral cavity is severely affected. The solution is made in this way: a teaspoon of baking soda is taken per glass of boiled, cooled water, mixed thoroughly. In infants, it is necessary to wipe the oral mucosa independently, but older children can rinse their mouths themselves. This must be done very carefully, since the mucous membrane is delicate and easily damaged. If the infant refuses to open his mouth, then you can gently press his chin with your thumb, then wipe the affected areas with a cotton swab. This treatment should be done every two to three hours. In addition to soda, other methods can be used:
- carrot juice is given to infants over fourweeks is strictly one drop, this is done fifteen minutes before feeding. A swab dipped in juice, wipe your mouth. In this case, it is necessary to monitor the child's condition, since carrot juice can cause allergy;
- flowers of calendula. The solution is as follows: a tablespoon of dried flowers are poured 100 mg of boiling water. After that, the dishes should be wrapped with a towel, after an hour drain. Wipe the affected areas with a solution;
- use honey with flax seeds, whichpour 100 ml of boiling water and insist an hour. Honey is added to the solution before starting to treat the mouth. Mucous is rubbed two to three times a day with a piece of gauze.
It is important to remember that before you begintreat thrush in a child with folk methods, you should consult with your doctor. This is necessary, since herbs and other remedies can become the strongest allergens for the baby, that is, his condition can only get much worse. You need to start with small doses, gradually increasing if they bring effect and are safe.
Prevention of thrush
There are quite a few ways to combat thrush, butit is best to simply prevent its occurrence. It is easier to prevent the occurrence of thrush in the child's mouth than to treat its unpleasant consequences for a long time later. The main thing is not to forget that hardened children are least susceptible to various diseases, that is, do not neglect the daily routine, nutrition rules, walks in the fresh air, personal hygiene of the child. We offer several useful rules of prevention that will help prevent the occurrence of thrush in the baby's mouth:
- Do not kiss the child, because in the oral cavity in adults are quite dangerous for kids fungi. An adult can easily cope with them, but the child does not;
- important is not only the personal hygiene of children and adults,but the whole house. Be sure to do a wet cleaning, wipe all children's toys, stroller as often as possible. Teach your child that when you come from the street, you must wash your hands, wash your face;
- Do not allow the child to pull into the mouth various objects, especially on the street and away, in the kindergarten;
- an excellent preventive tool is the intake of vitamins C and B, which strengthen the immunity of the child, activate the defenses of the body;
- Do not neglect the right diet, try to make a balanced menu.
Any child is quite susceptible to the mostvarious diseases, especially for babies who constantly put various objects in their mouths, lick toys, etc. As a result, a small child may have a disease such as thrush in the mouth, which causes the baby a lot of inconvenience and suffering. Today, there are a number of remedies for treating thrush, but it is best to immediately take preventive measures to reduce the risk of the disease to a minimum.
