Tomatological diseases are divided according to severity. Some of them are treated at the first visit to the dentist, others will have to be treated in several sessions. But, there are complex ailments, to get rid of which will require the involvement of doctors of several specializations at once.
One example of a severe childhood dental disease is herpetic stomatitis . When such a disease is detected, doctors ascertain lesions of the oral mucosa, as well as general intoxication of the body. Therefore, it is very important to diagnose stomatitis in time and take all measures to eliminate the symptoms. It is possible to make a correct diagnosis only in the hospital in the office of a specialist. The manifestation of the first symptoms should be a signal for parents to go to the dentist's office.
Source of disease
First of all, the causative agent of the disease is the presence in the body of the simplest herpes virus. The disease affects the mucous, nervous and cardiovascular systems. The bacteria associated with the virus tend to spread very quickly. Herpes is easily transmitted, so if one of the children gets sick, then there is a rather big chance of infecting the rest. It is for this reason that doctors recommend allocating individual dishes and personal hygiene products to a sick child. The herpes virus is very tenacious, it is not always possible to cope with it in a short time, the use of antibiotics or disinfecting ointments is often required.
How to recognize herpetic stomatitis in a child at the earliest possible date?
In order to start therapy as early as possible, parents should know the main symptoms of the disease. The incubation period for such a diagnosis will last up to 8 days, and the disease itself, as a rule, does not last more than 2 weeks. The initial stage of stomatitis is characterized by acute manifestations, which can often be confused with colds. Among them:
- weakness, drowsiness;
- increase in the usual body temperature of the child;
- headache;
- redness and sore throat.
But, do not forget about the following symptoms, which indicate the presence of a herpetic stomatitis virus. This:
- the appearance of rashes on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity in the form of bubbles;
- itching and burning of the mouth;
- redness and soreness of the gums;
- significant enlargement of the lymph nodes.
Since the disease can take place in several degrees of severity, the symptoms may be present in different quantities. If you have at least one of the above signs, it is better to immediately visit a pediatric dentist. This will help to allay fears or confirm worrisome guesses and immediately begin appropriate treatment.
Herpetic stomatitis in children by severity
There are several main groups according to the severity of the course of the disease. This:
- light;
- average;
- heavy.
Depending on the established diagnosis, only the doctor prescribes the necessary drugs!
Light form
With a mild form of herpetic stomatitis, it manifests itself only as a rash on the child's oral cavity. As a rule, under such circumstances, the disease often recedes on its own, without the use of additional therapeutic measures. The patient's temperature is normal, and other symptoms also do not make themselves felt.
The average severity of the disease
The average degree is characterized by the appearance of several signs at once. This includes nausea, general weakness and fever. Vesicles on the mucous membrane containing pus are found in large quantities. This picture requires the intervention of several specialists at once to exclude other infectious diseases. Most often, a pediatrician and a dentist are called for a consultation. In more complex cases, the intervention of an immunologist and a neuropathologist is not ruled out.
Severe course of the disease
A severe form of herpetic stomatitis in children is more difficult to treat than others. There is intoxication of the whole organism, which is manifested by vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite. Painful sensations increase due to multiple rashes of abscesses in the oral cavity. Most often, when establishing such a diagnosis, doctors recommend immediate hospitalization of the child.
Treatment Methods
One of the most important advice of dentists when making a diagnosis of herpetic stomatitis is efficiency. Only with the immediate implementation of all necessary measures, is it possible to get rid of the disease without serious consequences .
It is important to know that the herpes virus cannot be removed from the body. Anyone who has noticed a characteristic rash on their body at least once becomes a carrier of the virus. Therefore, doctors recommend that young patients take fortifying vitamins to avoid relapses.
The disappearance of painful rashes from the oral cavity does not indicate the end of the disease. This is just the beginning of the fight against this virus. It is necessary to complete the full course of treatment. Such a seemingly harmless disease can lead to serious health problems, since herpes can affect any of the organs. In complex and advanced situations, hardware treatment may be required.
The main groups of drugs involved in the treatment of herpetic stomatitis are:
- antihistamines;
- fortified;
- immunostimulating.
Medicines for the treatment of such a disease are most often produced in the form of sprays, ointments, solutions. A good healing effect has a soda-salt solution, as well as decoctions of medicinal herbs, strong tea brewing. Experts recommend rinsing with healing agents every 2-3 hours. To relieve pain, sea buckthorn oil is the best fit. Easy to apply with cotton swabs. Compliance with all the instructions of the attending physician will speed up recovery and relieve the child of discomfort much faster.
Do not forget about following a diet that excludes the use of excessively cold, spicy and fatty foods. Experts also recommend giving up honey , which serves as an excellent breeding ground for bacteria.
Even after defeating herpetic stomatitis, be sure to follow the rules of oral hygiene to avoid relapses and go through a quarterly dental examination with your child.
