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Tongue infection
Hello baby is 19months old he is getting constant tongue infection like ulcer white round layer ulcer form tongue he is unable to eat food he refuse it again and again what might be the reason
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It could be a normal apthous ulcer or a vitamin deficiency. It would be great if you could share some pictures for a better diagnosis.
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Mouth ulcers generally heal by itself in a week or two. If it persists longer or is recurring, visit your nearest dentist for a detailed check-up.
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Keep your baby hydrated.
A lukewarm salt water rinse would help preventing secondary infections.
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Dr. Uma Nagarajan
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Hi, could you please share pictures to help understand the problem further?
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