Children AFTA: look at how to make and treat the problem

Children AFTA: look at how to make and treat the problem


AFTA can arise in children for the same reasons that arise in adults, but it can also indicate more serious health problems

The pain is such a great discomfort that we often celebrate when it does not show up for a while. If the pain and the burning sensation can disturb adults, you should imagine how bad it is for a child to face the situation. Therefore, its symptoms go beyond a simple inconvenience in the region of the mouth.




According to Dr. Ilana Marques, pediatric dentistry, cancer plagues can arise for the same reasons as adults, in particular isolated wounds. Generally, they appear due to the trauma that has injured the rubber or tongue and become painful.

“However, there are some viruses that are more common in children. For example, the hands of the mouth and herpetic gingivastomatitis. Usually, they appear when there is a little immunity of the child,” he warns the expert.

Low immunity, in turn, can be a consequence of a bad nutritional diet, the wear of the child or excessive sunset or physical activity or even from emotional stress.

Symptoms and treatment

Generally, children with thrush begin with a slight prostration, inhabitant (lack of appetite) and fever. “He observes these signs and also aware of the children with whom they live, because these viruses are very transmitted, therefore the importance of avoiding the contact of sick children with the healthy,” says the pediatric dentist.

After identifying the problem, it is necessary to seek help as soon as possible, since this speed helps to reduce the time of the virus and also the degree of gravity. “Today one of the best treatments is laser therapy. This is because, in addition to being super effective and quickly response, it is a local treatment, not systemic and without side effects,” he says.

However, Ilana recalls that each case is a coincidence and there are still other guidelines and procedures that contribute to rapid recovery. Therefore, it strengthens the importance of looking for professional help.

Source: Terra

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