What should be done for a 7-year-old child who frequently develops oral ulcers?
Disease description:
The child has been staying at her grandmother’s home for the past few days. After returning home, she complained of mouth pain, and upon examination, we found an oral ulcer—appearing quite severe. We’d like to know how to manage recurrent oral ulcers in a 7-year-old child.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xie Zixing
Recurrent oral ulcers in a 7-year-old child can be managed according to the underlying cause. If the ulcers result from a deficiency in B vitamins, supplementation can be achieved through foods rich in these vitamins—such as animal liver, eggs, dairy products, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Additionally, bacterial or viral infections may cause stomatitis or oral herpes; in such cases, antimicrobial agents—including cephalosporins or amoxicillin—are recommended for treatment.
