What should be done if a child with mouth ulcers cannot eat?
Disease description:
The child has developed ulcers, experiencing such severe mouth pain that he or she cannot even drink water or eat food. What should be done if a child with oral ulcers cannot eat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
When a child develops mouth ulcers and is unable to eat normally, parents can take the following measures to help the child:
1. Dietary adjustment: The child should be given liquid or semi-liquid foods, such as millet porridge, vegetable puree, etc. Avoid spicy, irritating, greasy, overly hot, or cold foods to reduce irritation to the oral mucosa and relieve pain.
2. Oral hygiene: Maintaining oral cleanliness is also important. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently brush teeth at least twice daily. Avoid scraping the affected area with hard objects to reduce the risk of bacterial infection.
3. Oral mucosa protection: Over-the-counter mouthwashes or spray-type oral mucosal protectants can be used before or after meals to alleviate local inflammatory reactions and pain.
4. Pain-relieving medication: If the mouth ulcer causes severe pain, painkillers such as acetaminophen tablets or ibuprofen sustained-release capsules may be used under a doctor's guidance to improve the child's eating difficulties.
If you have any concerns, please consult a relevant healthcare professional.
