After the birth of a baby, a woman tries to surround her child with love and care and monitors the slightest changes in his body. A rash, diaper rash, high fever and poor appetite all cause panic in parents. Also, plaque on the tongue of the child is a cause for concern. What could be the cause of such an ailment, why does a yellow bloom appear and how should parents act in this situation?
Different types of yellow plaque
Yellow plaque and the reasons for its appearance
The question why a child has a yellow tongue may be asked by parents for no particular reason. It so happens that infancy is the reason that it is the use of lacto-containing products that can provoke the appearance of plaque. In this case, it is not required to treat the ailment if it is not a thrush. When a large number of bacteria accumulate, plaque appears on the tongue. The color of the plaque depends on the number of accumulated microorganisms, as well as on their type. There should be practically no plaque on the child's tongue, and the color of the tongue should be pink. In the cold season, the plaque is thinner than in the warm season.
One of the signs of vitamin deficiency in children under 1 year old is a thick layer of plaque on the tongue during the hot season.
Dense yellow bloom - a sign of vitamin deficiency
The second question: if the yellow plaque on the child's tongue is removed without problems, with the help of a bandage or a toothbrush, and after brushing the tongue looks healthy. In this case, the problem is provoked by the use of lactose, and there should be no reason for the disorder.
But if, on the contrary, a thick layer of plaque has appeared, and its shade is yellowish or brown, or even black, then this suggests that the child's health problems have begun and they need to be identified and eliminated.
There are times when a child eats fatty foods before going to bed, and in the morning a yellow coating appears on the tongue, dry mouth and nausea. The reasons for feeling unwell: a large amount of food and stress on the body.
Bright yellow plaque in a baby 1.5 years old - a problem with the liver
A bright yellow tongue in a child indicates liver problems. It is also accompanied by a yellowish tint to the whites of the eyes.
- If a yellow plaque is localized on the lower part of the tongue, then this indicates that the child has hepatitis. But for reliable confirmation of the diagnosis, an examination is required.
- With the defeat of the gallbladder, namely, stagnation of bile, the plaque on the baby's tongue has a yellowish-green tint.
- If the child has a thick and yellow coating on the tongue, then this also indicates digestive problems.
Yellow plaque on the surface of the tongue in infants
The tongue is covered with a white coating - this is a common occurrence for children under one year old, and even more so if the baby is breastfed. A bright yellow coating on the tongue of a baby appears with some frequency and this is not a reason for panic.
Hepatitis in a baby turns yellow not only the tongue, but also the skin
If a child has a thin layer of white plaque in the morning, which is easy to remove, then everything is in order with the child and there is no need to worry about this.
Also, a normal indicator is a uniform white coating that appears on the tongue of a small child after breastfeeding or formula feeding. It is necessary to consult a pediatrician if white plaque is localized not only on the tongue, but also on the inside of the cheeks and gums. Also, when it does not decrease during the day, but resembles grains in consistency, then a newborn child has thrush or stomatitis.
It will not be possible to reduce plaque during stomatitis, since the affected areas will begin to bleed, and the baby will cry from painful sensations. If a plaque has formed in the middle of the tongue, then duodenal diseases are not excluded.
In acute respiratory diseases, a white bloom also appears, and the temperature rises, weakness and aches appear in the body. The plaque is located on the tonsils and at the root of the tongue. After recovery, the plaque disappears. With gastritis, a uniform layer of white plaque appears. A thick layer of white coating can be a symptom of constipation.
Thrush in a baby after the mixture may turn yellowish
Antibiotics destroy the microflora, therefore, in order to restore the bowel function at the desired level, it is required to prescribe treatment in combination with drugs to normalize the bowel function.
In the worst case, the child will develop dysbiosis, and the first sign of it will be plaque on the tongue.
If there are signs from the gastrointestinal tract, namely: nausea, pain in the stomach and diarrhea, then jokes with such symptoms are bad, so do not delay and take the child to the gastroenterologist.
Plaque on the root of the tongue indicates intestinal problems
How to properly remove plaque from a child's tongue
Thrush is an inflammation process in the body caused by the Candida fungus.
There is a small safe amount of fungus in every organism, but with a decrease in the immune system, the body ceases to control their formation and then the fungus multiplies and affects the mucous membranes.
Tongue staining from forfeits
There are simple and affordable remedies in the fight against thrush:
- After breastfeeding or infant formula, give a little water to drink each time, which will prevent candidiasis.
- Take a glass of warm boiled water and add one teaspoon of baking soda, then mix the solution. Then we moisten a piece of gauze and gently wipe the tongue for the baby.
- Another effective remedy in the fight against thrush is honey. Mix honey and water at a rate of 1: 2 and wipe the mouth with this solution. But it is worth noting that honey is an allergen, and many babies vomit after taking sweets.
Decoctions for rinsing - chamomile and sage
For this reason, you need to carefully monitor the child's reaction or use a remedy for older children.
There are also medications, but before using them, you need to consult a pediatrician.
Cleaning the tongue of a baby with a special soft brush
It is not recommended to let the thrush take its course. As soon as you notice the signs of thrush in the baby, treatment should be started. Otherwise, the child's appetite and well-being may deteriorate due to the fact that it will hurt him to eat.
Simple and Safe Causes of Plaque
Tinted language can be misleading and also cause panic in parents. It is colored after the use of certain medications or food products.
Yellow bloom after carrot juice
Now let's figure out after what substances the child's tongue can turn yellow for a short time:
- yellow spices;
- drinks with dyes such as Fanta;
- Black tea;
- drugs, cardiac glycosides, akrikhin.
- treats containing artificial colors (yoghurt, candy, cream for cakes and pastries)
- brightly colored fruits and vegetables such as oranges, pumpkins and carrots.
It is very easy to identify the staining of the tongue. To do this, it is enough to clean the tongue with a brush or a piece of bandage. If the plaque disappears immediately, and does not appear during the day, then there is no reason for concern.
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