Pediatric Viral Vesicular Oral Ulcer
Disease description:
The child has recently been experiencing sore throat while eating, is unable to eat anything, and cries upon eating. After a hospital examination, the doctor diagnosed it as viral oral herpes. I would like to ask, what should be done for a child with viral oral blisters and mouth ulcers?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Pediatric viral vesicular stomatitis is a common childhood oral disease caused by herpesvirus infection. Its typical symptoms include oral pain, erythema of the oral mucosa, and clusters of small vesicles within the mouth. These vesicles are usually grouped together, forming clusters on the tongue, soft palate, and other areas. Additionally, children may experience systemic symptoms such as difficulty eating and fever.
In terms of treatment, parents should first pay attention to the child's oral hygiene to prevent secondary infections. Under a doctor's guidance, antiviral medications such as acyclovir or vidarabine may be applied topically or taken orally to accelerate the resolution of the viral infection. For children experiencing significant oral pain, local analgesics such as lidocaine gel or benzocaine gel can be used. Additionally, traditional remedies like Bingpeng Powder (Ice Boron Powder) and Xigua Shuang (Watermelon Frost) may also aid in treatment.
If you have any concerns, please consult a relevant healthcare professional.
