Thrush in infants - this is a frequent occurrence. The scientific name of thrush in newborns is Candida (candidal fungal stomatitis). This is a kind of fungal infection. in the mouth of a child. Manifested on lips, languagethe sky.
In general, this fungus, if it is not stopped in time, will cover the entire oral cavity of the newborn. It may appear a long time ago, but it may appear after some time. This is due to the fact that the fungus itself is present on the mucosa and microorganisms do not allow it to multiply in the oral cavity.
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Causes of thrush in the tongue in infants
Once in the body of the baby the microflora balance is disturbed, the growth of the fungus Candida increases and thrush begins to progress.
Often a fungal infection occurs during the period of teething. It is during this period that the child feels discomfort and discomfort.
Here is an approximate photo of the manifestation of thrush in infants. This is a complex, already progressive case.
The reasons may be very different:
- Acquisition of thrush from the mother during the passage through the birth canal. This happens when the woman did not have time to finally recover from thrush and passed it on to her child.
- First sending the kid to kindergarten. If there is a nursery in the city, many moms try to send the baby as soon as possible there and go to work. Such a quick change of habitat may affect the body of the child. Immunity weakens, and thrush begins to feel comfortable in the mouth of a baby.
- Antibiotics. If a breastfeeding mom or baby is taking antibiotics, chances of thrush are likely.
- Independence manifestation. Usually during the period when a child begins to crawl or walk, at the same time he actively begins to explore the world: to touch, taste, etc. When trying to taste, everything that comes across, and these are not always useful and even edible items, it increases the level bacteria in the mouth and thrush manifests itself in all its "beauty".
- Weak immunity. Immunity is weakened during the first teeth, colds, and also when the child is born prematurely.
Symptoms of thrush in the mouth in newborns
The first symptom of thrush is white scurf. Thus, the fungus Candida makes itself felt. But the white on the tongue is not so exciting, it must be the mother. We begin to worry and take action if the baby’s mouth appears white curd spots.
Photo thrush in infants during the initial stage of development. There are no cottage cheese stains, but there is a white coating on the tongue.
White spots appear on any part of the mouth. These are the lips, the inner sides of the cheeks, the palate, the tongue and the gums. Such curd spots are a sign of danger. After all, if they are not removed in time, they will actively move to the throat.
With just started thrush, the baby is not concerned. But with the progressing stages, the child begins to act restlessly, constantly nervous, and cannot calmly eat. This is proof of the child’s behavior in front of the mother’s breast.
The child eats a little, then comes off, cries and again leans against the nipple. This is exactly the behavior of the child evidence of discomfort child in the oral cavity. Every meal for a child, a whole "hard labor". When drinking milk or a mixture of infants experiencing a burning sensation in the mouth.
Treatment of thrush in the mouth in newborns and babies under 1 year
If possible, it is advisable to visit a dentist or pediatrician. They will inspect the baby, determine the degree of progressivity of the thrush and the stages of treatment to combat it.
For the prevention and treatment of thrush often use local remedies. And only with children older than a year can treatment be problematic. For older children are assigned antifungal drugswhich can only be prescribed by a doctor.
So, with advanced thrush use:
- Soda solution. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 cup of boiled water. Half an hour before feeding, the child is treated with this solution. To do this, you need to wind gauze or bandage on your little finger, moisten it with a solution and thoroughly wipe the entire mouth. The treatment with soda solution is carried out every 2-3 hours. The course of treatment is from 5 to 10 days, depending on the neglect.
- Honey solution. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon of floral, light honey and 2 teaspoons of boiled water. Method of application is the same as when processing soda solution. Before use, it is recommended to check for the presence of an allergic reaction to this product.
In order for the child not to bring discomfort and "not tearing" the mouth with your hands, you just need to press with your thumb on the chin and your mouth will open.
Treatment in both ways is quite effective. It all depends on the availability of a particular product, allergies to them, and so on.
With just started thrush, apply the following steps:
- after feeding, moisten the pacifier in the soda or honey solution and give it to the child;
- Before feeding, moisten the nipple in a solution of soda or honey and let the child eat (in case the child does not “know” what a dummy is).
Besides should be processed All items used by the child: pacifier, bottle, toys, etc. To do this, they are placed in boiling water. Pets are also recommended to wash.
Prevention of thrush in newborns
To prevent thrush from progressing, a number of actions are taken as prevention.
First, after each feeding, you need to give the baby a couple of sips of warm boiled water. it increase microflora in the mouth of the baby.
Secondly, use constantly boiled nipples, pacifiers and bottles. And also all the objects with which the child has an interaction, must pass everyday cleaningpreferably sterilization.
Clean - the guarantee of health. It is this term accompanying in life that will help to circumvent many diseases of both a small child and a large one. Thirdly, do not forget about your hygiene. Chest must be clean. To do this, enough time to stay in the shower and the constant change of lactation pads.
Hands should also be cleaned before feeding and expressing milk. If a special breast pump is used, then it is also subjected thorough sterilization.
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