Patient's question:
The baby hasn't been eating or drinking much since yesterday, even refusing orange juice. Whenever it's put in his mouth, he cries and pushes it away with his hands. If forced to eat, he gags! Sometimes, when he's really hungry, he'll eat a little, but only enough to fall asleep! Additionally, he's been sleeping restlessly, only dozing for 10-20 minutes at a time.Doctor's answer:
Problem Analysis: Hello, your child may have oral ulcers or thrush, which are caused by infections or irritation from pathogens or physical and chemical factors, leading to inflammation of the oral mucosa. This can result in pain in the mouth, and the child may not be able to speak but can only cry and refuse to eat.Advice: It is recommended to go to the pediatric department of the hospital after dawn for a detailed examination to confirm the diagnosis. If the child cannot eat, intravenous infusion treatment can be used.