CANKER SORES IN CHILDREN - CAUSES, TREATMENT AND REMEDIES

03/09/2020

Canker sore in children is one of the most common oral conditions. It is not too dangerous but may cause many difficulties for children in their daily activities. In particular, if canker sores occur due to the effects of other illnesses, they can be dangerous for children. Let's pay attention to it!

What Is A Canker Sore?

A canker sore can be easily identified. It is usually roundish and yellowish-white in color, and surrounded by a red ‘halo’ or outer ring. Canker sores usually appear on the inside of the cheeks or lips, and sometimes on the tongue too. In rare cases, they may also develop on the roof of the mouth or on the gums.

While canker sores usually aren’t serious, they can be painful. A burning sensation is often experienced while consuming food or even while drinking water if an individual is affected by a canker sore.

Causes Of Canker Sores In Children:

Stress
Food allergies
Disorders of the immune system
Consumption of spicy and acidic foods
Inflammatory bowel disease
Celiac disease
Deficiency of certain nutrients (particularly vitamin B12, folic acid and iron).
Mouth injuries such as biting the lip or brushing too hard (which damages the delicate lining of the gums).
Exposure to certain irritants (sodium lauryl sulfate, which is present in many toothpastes).
Hormonal changes
Sensitivity to certain foods (chocolate, coffee, pineapple, eggs and nuts).

Possible Remedies:

If your kid is already affected by canker sores, you may need to follow these canker sore home remedies for kids to make it more manageable.

Avoid giving your kid hot and spicy foods that can worsen the sore. This may cause a burning sensation and pain in the affected region.
Avoid abrasive foods such as chips and nuts, which tend to irritate the gums and the delicate tissues of the mouth.
Choose a natural toothpaste that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS).
Use a soft bristled toothbrush and be careful that you don’t brush too hard.
Check if your kid has any allergies and avoid those foods.
Use an eye cube or cold compress to numb the area.
Make sure your kid is properly hydrated. You can get him to use a straw if he finds drinking painful.

If your kid has any other symptoms such as fever (which may be a sign of an infection) or rashes (which may point out to an allergic reaction), you need to take your kid to see a doctor to be diagnosed precisely.

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