Why Do Children Frequently Develop Mouth Ulcers, and How Are They Treated?
Disease description:
In the evening, my child came home from kindergarten complaining of severe mouth pain. Upon inspection, I found another oral ulcer—just two days after the previous one had healed! These ulcers keep recurring repeatedly. What is the proper treatment for recurrent oral ulcers in children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Local treatment of oral ulcers in children requires enhanced oral hygiene, increased intake of vitamins, consumption of more vegetables and fruits, and adequate hydration. Oral ulcers in children frequently recur; therefore, it is advisable to supplement zinc to bolster the child’s resistance against oral ulcers. As children generally have weaker immunity, they are more prone to developing oral ulcers; thus, regular physical activity should be encouraged to strengthen their overall constitution.
