With the birth of a child, many joyful moments appear in the life of parents: the smile of the baby, his first words and steps. But a special place in the development of the baby takes a period of teething, which is very scary for adults. As he becomes restless, he cries all the time, sometimes the temperature rises or diarrhea appears. It is easier to endure this period will help information about how the process of teething in infants, as well as what measures can be taken to alleviate the condition of the baby.
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Teething symptoms
The first symptoms of eruption begin to appear at the age of 4–8 months. In isolated cases, this process starts at 3 months. Usually they are as follows:
- Swelling and redness of the gums.
- Increased salivation.
- Increased body temperature.
- Nasal congestion and cough.
- Weeping.
- The constant desire of the baby to nibble, bite and hold in the mouth.
- Lack of appetite.
- Vomiting.
- Diathesis.
- Diarrhea or constipation.
- Restless sleep
Each baby has its own "set" of symptoms. Some people experience a disorder in the alimentary canal when teeth are cut in the lower jaw, when in the upper one there is an increase in temperature.
The appearance of teeth resembles the disease, since the symptoms are quite serious. The pain accompanying such an important event is strong, because the tooth needs to grow through bone tissue and gum.
How to distinguish an infection from teething?
All listed teething signs are considered normal. However, exactly the same symptoms may appear during infection. Since the first years of the baby's life are marked by a high risk of its receipt. Therefore, diarrhea can appear as a completely harmless "incident", and may also indicate the presence of a dangerous disease. So how do you distinguish these two states?
Moist cough
During teething, the presence of abundant salivation and mild cough is normal. When the baby is lying, withLuna is going to throat and he wants to get rid of herso he coughs. Much less often a wet cough appears in a sitting position. As a rule, after 2-3 days he passes by himself and does not need special treatment.
But if the baby has a strong and frequent cough with excessive sputum and lasts more than 2 days, and is also accompanied by wheezing and shortness of breath, it is necessary to immediately contact a pediatrician.
Runny nose
When babies are teething, an increase in the amount of mucus occurs in the nose. In appearance, it is transparent and liquid. After 3-4 days, a mild runny nose should normally end. To improve the condition of the accumulated mucus rinse nose.
If there is abundant mucus from the baby’s nose, which has a dull white or greenish color, and also does not pass after 3 days, then it is necessary to show it to the doctor.
Temperature rise
A sign of teething is a rise in temperature to 37–38 degrees. She keeps a day or two, then comes back to normal. Why is it rising? The fact is that in the area of the gums there is an active production of bioactive substancesaccompanying the appearance of teeth. With the help of antipyretics, you can knock down the temperature, but you need to use those that do not harm the small body.
However, in some cases, the child feels bad and has a temperature of more than two days. Then you need to contact your doctor. You also need to visit the pediatrician when the temperature has risen above the mark of 39 degrees.
Diarrhea
During the period of teething in a baby, salivation increases, saliva interferes, so he swallows it, thereby accelerating intestinal motility. In this regard, there is diarrhea with a watery stool. The urge to toilet in the baby does not occur more than 2-3 times a day. After 2-3 days, diarrhea usually goes away.
A pediatrician should be consulted when diarrhea lasts a long time, with frequent and intense bowel movements, since this condition is dangerous and can lead to dehydration. Be wary should be taken when mucus or blood is found in the feces.
Sometimes, instead of diarrhea, constipation can begin. It should not be allowed for more than 3 days. In this case, it is necessary to consult a doctor, during which to find out how to clean the intestines of the baby.
And in general, parents who for the first time observe teething in their baby should in all incomprehensible cases seek help from a pediatrician. As it is better to ask once more, than to treat the developed disease. With the second baby will be much easier, because you will all know about the signs of teething.
At what age do teeth appear?
The appearance of teeth can begin at any time, therefore the following information has approximate values. After all, each child is different: someone acquires milk teeth earlier, someone later. But it is noticed that girls have teeth appear a little earlier than boys. On average, "zubastikami" become at this age:
Bottom row:
- In 6–10 months, central incisors appear.
- Lateral incisors occur in 10–16 months.
- Fangs erupt in 17-23 months.
- The first molars are 14–18 months.
- The second molars are 23–31 months old.
In the top row, teeth erupt as follows:
- Central incisors appear in 8–12 months.
- Lateral incisors at 9–13 months.
- Fangs - at the age of 16-22 months.
- The first molars are 13–19 months old.
- The second molars are 25–33 months old.
In modern babies, the first tooth erupts at approximately 8.5 months. The rest appear gradually. Until the first year, the baby has at least one tooth in the mouth. And by the age of three he can boast of a full set of milk teeth, consisting of 20 pieces.
Many children experience a heavy load of 2 and even 4 teeth, which are in a hurry to come to light. However, a pair of their eruption is normal. Neither the time nor the order of their appearance can affect the "quality" of teeth. Therefore, you should not be alarmed if your baby’s teeth are not being cut fast enough or vice versa, he is ahead of his peers. Give the opportunity to develop the crumbs in their own rhythm.
The oral cavity of the child needs careful care:
- At the age of 1.5 years, wipe your teeth with a special brush made of silicone.
- As soon as he turns 1.5 years old, get him a baby brush.
- Teach 2 year old to rinse your mouth after eating.
- The first time should come to the dentist as soon as he turns one year old.
How to help your baby with teething?
To alleviate the symptoms of teething, more attention should be paid to the baby. Since children are very susceptible to the behavior of parents, especially mothers. Brighten up the difficult period that your baby is going through, cheering with its behavior and giving good. How to do it:
- Take it in your hands often.
- Talk to your baby affectionately, sing songs to him.
- Distract from pain with toys.
- Avoid conflicts and quarrels, especially in the presence of a child.
The baby, who gets milk from her mother's breast, tends to contact her as often as possible when teething. You are not required to establish a strict feeding schedule, as this will lead to a deterioration of the baby’s condition.After 2 or 3 days, everything will come back to normal, but for now, give your little one a breast when he wants it. He will calm down, pass irritation.
During teething babies feel the need for carding gums. Most resort to biting your favorite toys. But special teethers, which are made of safe materials, are sold. It is they who help the child to wait out a difficult period.
When the crumbs of teeth crawl, I want to quickly get rid of unpleasant symptoms. However, you shouldn’t be too seduced and have high hopes for “specialized” objects, since quite often the kids refuse them, preferring an ordinary rattle. If this happens, it is important to ensure that the selected object does not contain small parts and corners that can be bite off and swallow. Some parents leave in the field of view of their offspring a chilled spoon or pacifier, and ordinary drying often saves the day.
Drugs to relieve eruption symptoms
Many parents are confident that their baby will cope with the problem without additional medication. But often this confidence disappears at that moment, until they are confronted with their own eyes. When tired of screaming under the influence of the suffering of the baby, they go to the pharmacy, they get lost and do not know which drug to choose. The following medications relieve teething symptoms:
- Dantinorm baby. Sold in the form of a solution. It is a homeopathic anesthetic drug, it also fights digestive disorders. The cost is about 300 rubles.
- Dentokind. Homeopathic remedy for children. For 150 tablets you will need to give 700 rubles. The medicine removes all teething symptoms: nasal congestion, diarrhea, fever. The tablet should be dissolved in a teaspoon of water and give crumbs to swallow.
- Kamistad gel. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, regenerating and antiseptic action. Consists of lidocaine and chamomile extract. It is not recommended to give babies up to 3 months. The cost is about 150 rubles per 10 grams.
- Dentinox. Sold in the form of a gel or solution. Removes pain and inflammation of the gums. Even if the baby swallows a little gel, it will not bring harm to the body. The price is about 180 rubles per 10 grams.
- Holisal. Form - gel. For 10 grams you need to give about 330 rubles. The effect of analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic. Sometimes there is an allergic reaction, which is expressed in a short-term burning sensation.
- Calgel. Sold in gel form. The main component is lidocaine. Indicated for children older than 5 months. Gives a weak analgesic effect, sometimes causes an allergic reaction of the body.
Homeopathic preparations and gels do not always have a positive effect on teething, almost always there is pain. Therefore, the child needs an analgesic drug. For his age, a suitable medicine is selected:
- Paracetamol for children. Sold in suspension. Works against pain and fever. Do not give the child more than 3 days in a row.
- Panadol in the form of candles or suspensions. At the heart of the drug paracetamol. Candles are convenient for a very small baby.
- Nurofen for children. Suspension. As part of ibuprofen. A single dose can permanently relieve pain.
It is contraindicated to use Aspirin during teething, as it is completely unsuitable for children as a painkiller or febrifuge.
Folk remedies
There are many ways to alleviate the condition of the baby with the help of traditional medicine:
- Cold. Hold a spoon or pacifier in the freezer and give it to your baby. Seniors offer fruit from the fridge. It will relieve pain and soothe the gums.
- Massage. In the place where the tooth began to appear, wipe with a piece of gauze dipped in peroxide.
- Give baby drink infusion motherwort (1 tsp. 0.5 liters of boiling water).Can be replaced by valerian.
- Honey smear gums, he will relieve irritation and calm.
- Chicory root or strawberry soothe the pain and massage the gums, if you let it nibble on the baby.
- Soda solution will help relieve symptoms.. Treat the gums with a solution of 1 tsp. soda in a glass of water. To do this, wrap a piece of bandage around your finger and dip it in liquid.
The teething period is not only difficult for the baby, but also for his parents. Children's crying can not be attributed to the "joys of motherhood", but to get around it does not work. But at the end of painful days, he will successfully pass the stage of maturation.
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