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My child had a bumpy white tongue

2017-11-21 13:35:34
My 5 year old daughter has had this a while however today it’s all taste buds are inflamed and risen to little lumps everywhere and she has a white service which is blotchy?
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Do warm salt water Mouthwash. Clean her tongue carefully. Consult with a dentist if inflammation remains   more then 2-3 days.

Answered2017-11-22 12:48:02

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it may be due to a unclean tongue.
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visit a dentist and get it examined, if it is jus unclean the dentist will teach u to keep it clean. if anyting else a treatment can be suggested
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use a tongue cleaner to keep the tongue clean

Answered2017-11-22 07:28:18

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kindly book an appointment to see a GP probably she must be getting/suffering with a viral illness

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Any medical history or any viral infection?

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It would be better if you visit a dentist before starting any home remedies.because anything done at home could irritate and especially children are sensitive so don't risk it get it evaluated once
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visit a dentist if possible oral pathologist
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less spicy and soft cold food (room temperature)

Answered2017-11-22 09:37:07

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Could be a throat infection. Warm water gargles if possible may help. If it does not resolve within 2-3 days please consult a paediatrician

Answered2017-11-22 06:25:28

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That is probably a fungal infection on the tongue
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use a clean cotton tower to clean the tongue
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apply candid mouth paint  on the tongue 3 times a day

Answered2017-11-22 06:24:08

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