How to treat severe oral ulcers in children
Disease description:
No matter the season—spring, summer, fall, or winter—my son has a constitution that is prone to "heatiness." Whenever he experiences heatiness, he always develops mouth ulcers. He frequently suffers from oral ulcers. How should severe recurrent oral ulcers in children be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
When a child develops severe oral ulcers, treatment should be comprehensive and multi-faceted.
1. Dietary adjustment is key: encourage the child to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C and vitamin B, such as spinach, celery, and apples; avoid spicy and irritating foods to reduce ulcer pain and promote healing.
2. Medication is also essential. Topical applications such as lidocaine gel or oral ulcer powder can be used under medical guidance to relieve pain, along with oral inflammation sprays for treatment. If the ulcers are related to viral infection, antiviral medications may be prescribed; if caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics may be used.
3. Maintaining good oral hygiene is important. Rinsing the mouth with normal saline helps prevent food residue from worsening the infection. For ulcers that frequently recur over a long period, immunomodulatory agents may be considered.
4. Parents should also pay attention to the child's psychological well-being, ensuring adequate rest and a relaxed mood, which can also aid in ulcer healing.
