Patient's question:
The child is 14 months old and has been drooling since they were 13 months. When the tongue's surface was damaged by saliva, causing redness and itching on the chin, they were advised to avoid breast milk and switch to formula. At 9 months, it was noticed that there was a white, ulcer-like layer on the tongue. Starting at 13 months, the child began drooling excessively, more than usual, and was reluctant to eat. The drool caused redness and itching on the chin, and the stools were dry but not hard. In early December 2011, the child was taken to the city hospital for treatment. The diagnosis at the time was oral thrush, and they were hospitalized for 10 days, but the condition did not improve. The child then caught a cold. There is no history of heredity or allergies. Now, the child is still drooling, but it does not affect their eating. The chin remains red and itchy, and the stools are still dry but not hard.1. What should we do now? What is the child's condition?
2. What dietary precautions should the child follow?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the baby likely has recurring symptoms of oral ulcers, but as they haven't fully healed, they have also caught a cold, indicating low immunity. For now, you can apply an ointment-like substance to the lower jaw to protect the skin. A clear history of oral inflammation confirms that drooling is caused by oral inflammation. For diet, it should be light and easily digestible. However, for frequent colds, you can take medication to boost immunity.