Often the process of the appearance of new teeth is difficult for a small child. The temperature during teething, increased salivation, pain and itching in the gums, the appearance of capriciousness, cough, runny nose are indicated in the state of the body. But sometimes the discomfort that accompanies the process of appearance is not noted in the child and the tooth is found by the parent during a random examination. When a tooth appears, the fever sometimes rises to 39 degrees Celsius, and therefore this symptom should alert the mother and father. It is important to understand what to do when a fever occurs.

Can there be fever during teething? The appearance of temperature when teeth are being cut is not always an indication that a new organ is being cut through. It is possible to develop a symptom in the presence of a latent infectious process in the body. Usually, a baby's temperature occurs as a response to inflammation in the gums. When teeth erupt, biologically active substances are released, the action of which is aimed at softening the gum tissue. This often provokes the development of inflammation, which negatively affects the body's immunity.

With a decrease in immune defense, the microbial flora that is normally present in the mouth is activated. Against the background of the fact that the erupting tooth comes out for a long time, it is possible to quickly attach secondary microflora and develop re-inflammation in the oral cavity in the form of stomatitis or tonsillitis. The body reacts with an average temperature of up to 37.5 degrees Celsius.

In order to delimit the inflammatory process, salivation begins to increase. Saliva contains substances that create local immunity in the mouth, provide anti-inflammatory and disinfectant effects. This is especially true, since the child puts a large number of different objects into his mouth, which, as a rule, have a lot of germs.

Common teething symptoms

When teeth are cut, the child's body reacts to the process with the appearance of a number of symptoms. Are celebrated following changes in the body:

Increased salivation:	at copious excretion the secret is irritation of the chin and neck of the baby. It must be remembered that hypersalivation is also noted during the formation of the salivary glands at the age of 3–5 months.
Restless Behavior:	the moodiness of the child increases. The baby may become restless. There is a sudden tearfulness, which quickly subsides.
Sleep disturbance:	the period of daytime and nighttime sleep becomes intermittent. The child's sleep is superficial
Inflammatory phenomena:	often teeth appear in a child through the gum with pain. The place of eruption is characterized by the presence of hyperemia.
Appetite disturbance:	some children may completely refuse to eat. If breastfeeding is used, then feedings may become more frequent. Breastfeeding soothes the baby.
Active exploration of toys:	the child puts everything in his mouth. It is recommended to purchase rubber teethers to reduce the severity of itching in the gums. Toys must be kept clean.
Gastrointestinal disorders:	diarrhea may occur against the background of inflammation and excessive study of household items and toys that are not sufficiently processed.
Temperature:	a tooth can erupt with this symptom for several days. Subfebrile indicators are more often noted.

To understand that an erupting tooth will appear soon can give a visual inspection. A white stripe is noted on the gum, hard when palpated. When tapping, a characteristic light knock is determined. Especially pronounced symptoms are noted when a canine appears. Many with the temperature of this group are based on anatomical features: a pronounced and long root.

An increase in temperature during teething begins to be indicated in the range from four to eight months of age of the child. This period of the beginning of eruption is averaged. What temperature during teething can be indicated?

The fever can rise in the following ranges:

1. A cutting tooth is able to cause an inflammatory reaction in the form of a normal temperature in the range of 37.3–37.7 degrees Celsius. The child's condition is satisfactory. It is recommended to carefully monitor the possible increase in temperature;
2. The temperature can be kept within 38-39 degrees Celsius. The measurement must be repeated hourly. It is allowed to bring down the temperature with the help of antipyretics;
3. A temperature of 39 during teething is not so rare. Parents need to be attentive to the child and, if necessary, call the local pediatrician to the house.

How long is the temperature during teething? The symptom can last from a couple of days to a week, the terms of preservation for each child are individual. In general, pediatricians note that the temperature persists for 3 days. If the temperature persists during teething for more than three days, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

The temperature during teething in children can either rise or fall. Therefore, it is extremely important to monitor the dynamics of the symptom.

Since teething in children is more often complicated by fever symptoms, it is important for parents to know how to provide care at home. High temperature should not cause parents to panic, especially the mother. There are two ways to reduce fever, using physical and pharmaceutical techniques. You need to focus on the recommendations of the doctor, the condition of the child and your own experience.

Non-medical measures

If the child's temperature begins to rise, then they begin with physical methods to reduce the severity of the symptom. Create a comfortable environment for the child psychologically environment. It is not recommended to load the child's psyche with games, physical exercises. The temperature background in the house should not be higher than 21 degrees Celsius. The air must be humidified. In the presence of dry air in the room, a large number of heating devices, it is recommended to carry out a number of measures. If possible, reduce the supply of heat through heaters, install humidifiers, hang wet linen.

The child must have a minimum amount of clothing. The baby needs to remove the diaper, because this can also cause a rise in temperature. It is optimal to dress the child in a cotton suit. Bathing is not recommended.

It is necessary to give as much water as possible. Used for this purpose: compotes, juices, fruit drinks. The liquid supplied must be at room temperature. If the temperature is 38 and above degrees Celsius, then the child may lose appetite. You don't have to force yourself to eat in this situation. When the child's health improves, the appetite will reappear.

Another way to physically reduce the temperature is sponging. It is impossible to use an aqueous solution of vinegar or vodka, as this can lead to the development of intoxication of the body. Cool water must be used. Wipe periodically with a soft cloth.

The appearance of temperature on the teeth can not always be brought down with the help of a physical method of influence. In order to be able to change the condition of the child for the better, a wide range of pharmacological preparations is offered today.

Use:

1. A drug based on paracetamol: reduce painful manifestations, temperature. Available in the form of drops, suppositories and syrup;
2. Gels: the range of preparations is high. Most products contain flavoring additives, astringents:
3. Means based on ibuprofen.

Gels are applied to the eruption site. Used to relieve pain symptoms "Kalgel", "Kamistat", "Solcoseryl Dental Adhesive Paste", "Doctor Baby". "Kalgel" is contraindicated in application to children with a tendency to develop diathesis. The use of the drug "Kamistat" should be moderate, since the effect of the application is pronounced.

"Solcoseryl Dental Adhesive Paste" will alleviate the child's condition not only by reducing painful manifestations, but also due to high regenerative capacity. When using a drug based on solcoseryl, there is a rapid healing of ulcers and wounds in the oral cavity. For allergic children, it is recommended to use Doctor Baby gel. The use of gels should not be more than 3-4 times a day.

A tooth can erupt at different temperatures. The extent to which medical interventions are necessary is based on the increase limit. If a tooth climbs with a temperature within the subfebrile condition (up to 37.7-38 degrees Celsius), then antipyretic drugs are not given to the child.

Depending on the condition, the doctor can select an individual treatment for the symptoms of a child with teething. However, if teething with a temperature in the subfebrile range is combined with convulsions, it is recommended to start knocking down.

The temperature rises above 38 degrees. In such a situation, it is recommended to use medications to normalize the condition. Use drugs based on paracetamol and ibuprofen. Often, doctors recommend starting to bring down the temperature with paracetamol, since ibuprofen-based products are stronger for the body. The syrup will quickly reduce the heat, but the effect is short-lived. Use syrup, starting from 3 months of age ("Calpol"). From 1 month it is allowed to use paracetamol in the form of a suspension. Reception is carried out after meals, if necessary, adding the drug to milk or water in a bottle.

Since the effect of liquid forms of paracetamol is unstable, it is preferable to start lowering the temperature with suppositories. Apply: "Efferalgan", "Tsefekon D". The effect on thermoregulation occurs after a few hours and lasts longer compared to taking the syrup.

In the absence of the effect of treatment with drugs in the form of syrups and suppositories, they begin to use ibuprofen-based products (Motrin drops, Nurofen syrup). The high temperature during teething begins to decrease in 30–45 minutes after the administration of the drug. Before using the drug, it is recommended to read the instructions. Do not exceed the recommended one-time dose and dose per day of medication. Not only the age, but also the weight of the child is taken into account.

High fever and what drugs are prohibited for use

Teeth are being cut and the temperature is 39, what should I do? If, when teeth appear, the temperature remains at high levels (over 38), is combined with rashes, vomiting and diarrhea, then it is recommended to as soon as possible apply for a doctor's appointment. How many days does the fever last? Usually 3 days, if the temperature is exceeded, it is also recommended to consult a doctor. Often the temperature during eruption of dental tissue can also be combined with an infectious process in the body.

For an emergency call for an ambulance, temperatures are within 40 degrees. If the child is lethargic, constantly naughty and groans, then this should immediately alert the parents. With a significant decrease in the temperature of the extremities, the presence of pallor of the skin, the prognosis for the child in the absence of specialist intervention is disappointing.

In no case, even at subfebrile temperature, without specifying the cause of the symptom, the following drugs should not be used: Aspirin, Analgin, antiviral agents. The irrational use of drugs for self-knocking down the temperature can only worsen the condition of the child's body.

1. Monitor the child's condition and not interfere in the course of events unnecessarily;
2. Do not give crackers, hard bread to a child: you can scratch the gums and provoke the development of an infectious process against the background of the addition of a microbial infection;
3. The gum area, where the tooth will soon appear, is not touched: massage, cutting can lead to the introduction of microbes;
4. Wiping with vinegar and alcohol during the heat can provide general intoxication of the body, against the background of partial absorption of the solutions used through the treated skin.

In any cases in which tooth eruption occurs with a violation of thermoregulation, it is recommended to monitor the child and, if necessary, call a local pediatrician at home.

Elevated temperature during teething in children is one of the most common symptoms. The tactics of parental behavior and the choice of medicines depend on how many days the fever lasts.

Teething is often a serious test for parents and their baby, because the child is changing before our eyes: quiet children can become nervous and capricious, others require constant carrying on their hands.

The child refuses to eat, sleeps poorly, develops a fever, and sometimes develops dyspeptic disorders such as diarrhea or vomiting.

Causes of elevated temperature

The growth of the first teeth in only a small proportion of children under one year old proceeds easily and without problems, so that sometimes parents may not notice when the first tooth appeared, although this is rare.

Most babies are prone to changes in behavior, especially at night, while sleep is disturbed, as well as the occurrence of minor body reactions to growing front teeth.

During the eruption, two processes take place, which are closely interconnected:

• in the area of ​​tooth growth, many active components are produced that allow the jawbone and gums to soften, facilitating tooth advancement;
• due to the weakening of the immune status of the oral cavity, infection is possible, which is another reason why the temperature rises.

Often, diarrhea or vomiting joins the standard symptoms that accompany tooth growth. This is due to the fact that in given period to protect the oral cavity from all kinds of pathogens. The child swallows a lot of saliva, due to which there is a violation of the normal activity of the intestine.

With the growth of teeth after a year, the process usually proceeds easier, with the exception of the period when fangs erupt or, as they are also called. They are quite large, and located in the place of the natural bend of the jaw, which complicates their advancement a little.

In addition to the temperature, the baby sometimes shows signs similar to colds, sometimes even snot occurs. Therefore, it is important to clearly determine what causes such changes in a child: the occurrence of an infection or the growth of teeth.

How many days does the temperature last during teething in children?

When unpleasant symptoms occur, parents worry about how long it will last.

• normal, hyperthermia is observed during 1-3 days during the eruption of milk teeth, i.e. during the period when it breaks through the layer of the mucous membrane of the gums;
• when the moment of physiological change comes, the molars are cut without causing trouble, with the exception of the molars, which is due to their anatomical features and the size of the crown.

When subfebrile temperature is determined for several days, or the thermometer numbers increase to 40 or more, this is an alarming sign that requires professional help from a pediatrician.

What temperature can be during teething - 37, 38, 39, 40?

Against the background of eruption, normally, thermometry data do not exceed the mark of 37.5 - 38 ° С. This value is called subfebrile and does not require the use of drugs. It can increase in the evening or at night, while the child feels good.

Some children can hardly tolerate even a slight increase. In certain situations, this value can increase, causing anxiety in parents.

The main causes of febrile (39 ° C) or pyretic (40 ° C) temperature.

1. Weakened immunity.
2. Attachment of a secondary infectious process (stomatitis, tonsillitis).
3. development of inflammation.

What threatens high temperature?

A strong increase in temperature during teething is extremely unfavorable for babies in the first year of life, especially those with pathology of internal organs and impaired nervous system.

Hyperthermia carries a danger, which is associated with a violation of the flow of many processes in the body.

1. There is an imbalance in the water-salt balance.
2. Increases oxygen consumption.
3. Depletion of energy reserves.
4. The load on the heart muscle increases significantly with an increase in temperature even by 1 °C.
5. The functioning of the nervous system is disrupted, which contributes to muscle cramps. Against the background of hyperthermia, they can lead to respiratory arrest.
6. There is a danger of blood clotting inside the vessels.

Parents should be attentive to a sharp rise in temperature, which does not decrease, despite the ongoing treatment. Do not engage in uncontrolled medication or folk medicine, but let professionals examine the child and prescribe adequate therapy.

When should you call a doctor?

It is necessary to call for an ambulance or immediately invite a pediatrician to the house if the child's health worsens.

These signals should not be ignored:

• temperature increase - the appearance of pyretic temperature (39 ° C), when it can rise above 40 ° C, while it does not subside after the use of drugs;
• convulsions - the occurrence of spastic contractions of the baby's body, accompanied by an unnatural deflection of the back, rolling of the eyes, cyanosis of the skin, requires an immediate call to the doctor;
• accession of symptoms - in addition to the temperature of the child, diarrhea, vomiting or nausea are disturbing;
• duration - when hyperthermia lasts for three days or more, while taking medication does not have an effect.

When should the temperature be brought down?

When teeth erupt, parents are worried about whether to give medicines, because the rise in temperature is not associated with an infection or a cold. If the thermometer scale does not increase above 38 ° C, then doctors do not recommend lowering the temperature, arguing that the body needs to fight the disease on its own and produce substances that lower the temperature. However, this statement is true when the baby feels good.

It is imperative to reduce the temperature in the following situations.

1. Exceeding readings over 38 °C.
2. Associated neurological diseases.
3. Severe general condition.

When it is difficult for a child to fall asleep, he is disturbed by severe pain, he becomes capricious, his health worsens, the baby cries inconsolably, it is advisable to give an antipyretic agent, even if the temperature does not reach 38 ° C.

What to do when a child has a fever?

High temperature in infants carries the dangers that were listed above, so parents should be able to measure it correctly:

• axillary - measurement in the armpit is the most popular method among parents. To do this, the thermometer is placed in the skin fold, while the covers must be dry and, pressing the child's handle, ensure close contact between the body and the device. The normal temperature is 36.6 degrees;
• sublingual - measurement in the mouth under the tongue. It is convenient to carry out in older children, or when the child is calm and does not spin. The thermometer reading here is slightly higher than in the armpit and is equal to 37 ° C;
• rectally - the thermometer must be placed in the rectum. For this, the baby is placed on their knees, belly down, the buttocks are slightly spread with one hand, and the tip of the thermometer is placed in the anus by 8-10 mm with the other. The normal temperature here is the highest, reaching 37.5 °C.

The well-being of the child can also be determined by external manifestations: redness of the cheeks, dryness of the lips and mucous membranes, an unhealthy shine of the eyes, and the skin burns and is dry to the touch.

How to reduce the temperature during teething in children?

Before bringing down the increased temperature, you need to know for sure that this is a symptom of teething. baby tooth in infants, and not a sign that accompanies infectious or colds.

1. Create a comfortable environment for your baby.
2. Provide fresh, cool air through a window.
3. Create the desired level of humidity in the room with a humidifier, or simply by placing wet towels in the room.
4. Give your child enough to drink.
5. Remove excess clothing, as well as the diaper.

If these actions do not bring results, then you should think about taking medications that will help bring down the fever.

Video: how to bring down the temperature when teething in children?

Medicines

To reduce fever and relieve pain from teething teeth, use drugs that are approved for use in children early age:

• Paracetamol is a medicine that can be given to a child from the first month of life. Its effect appears 30-40 minutes after consumption, in addition to eliminating heat, the agent has a decongestant effect, but it is not effective at temperatures exceeding 39 ° C;
• Cefecon is a drug whose active ingredient is paracetamol, which lowers the temperature and reduces pain. Can be given to infants from 3 months of age;
• Efferalgan is a drug containing paracetamol. Available in the form of dispersible tablets and suppositories, which facilitates use in babies;
• Panadol is an imported analogue of paracetamol, therefore it has the same properties as the above drugs;
• - the drug is effective in relation to high temperature, and also acts as an anesthetic. Do not apply to children with problems with the liver and kidneys, as well as younger than 3 months;
• Nurofen - contains ibuprofen, so it eliminates pity and soreness well. It is not advisable to use this drug when the child is taking another analgesic. Acceptable for use in children who have reached a weight of 6 kg;
• Nimesulide - has a strong antipyretic effect, but has a toxic effect on the body, which is why it is allowed to use it strictly for medical purposes and for no more than three days;
• Viburkol is a homeopathic remedy that relieves pain well, eliminates inflammation and muscle spasms, and also has a sedative effect. Produced in the form of candles. It is acceptable to use in children in the first year of life.

Taking all drugs in children younger age allowed only as prescribed by a pediatrician, in strictly indicated dosages. Popular anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving drugs analgin and acetylsalicylic acid are not advisable to give to young children because of the large spectrum side effects.

Folk remedies

If there is a temperature during teething in a baby, then at home you can alleviate his condition. Remember that the health of the child is fragile thing, which in no case should be risked, relying on the fact that the symptoms themselves will pass. If you see that the child is suffering, it is better to show him to the pediatrician, who will tell you if the teeth are really the source of problems.

What to do to eliminate the fever folk remedies? best method to bring down a low temperature is to cool the body:

• wiping with a damp towel - remove clothes from the child and wipe his torso with a towel or cloth soaked in water, be sure to remove the diaper from the baby so as not to disturb the heat transfer of the body. It is impossible to use alcohol-containing liquids or vinegar for this, since their increased evaporation cools only the skin, and the temperature of the internal organs remains increased or even rises due to the fact that the pores close and do not allow evaporation;
• warm shower - allowed for an older child. Water comfortable temperature helps to reduce temperature, and also helps to relax the nervous system;
• drinking plenty of water - when the baby has a fever, he sweats a lot, while losing moisture. To replenish the balance of fluid in the body, offer him water, fruit drinks or compotes more often;
• chamomile decoction - brew 4 g of dry raw materials with boiling water, let it brew, and after straining, offer the baby as tea. Healing properties plants can reduce inflammation, and also help reduce fever;
• linden blossom - older children can make tea from linden flowers, which increase sweating, which leads to cooling of the body.

With such methods, it is possible to bring down the heat by 1-2 degrees. If the thermometer readings exceed 38, you should still contact a pediatrician and traditional methods of treatment.

Video: the first teeth - the school of Dr. Komarovsky.

Every mother looks forward to the appearance of the baby's first teeth. But often this event is accompanied by malaise and whims of the child. What should mom do, how to help the baby during this period? How to distinguish teething symptoms from a common viral infection or other illness?

The first teeth appear in a child at about 5-6 months. It is worth noting that the time of teething for each child is individual, so there is no need to panic. For some children, teeth erupt at four months, for others at nine. Both of these are considered normal. But every child reacts differently. Some mothers accidentally discover a tooth that has appeared, but such lucky ones are usually a minority. Many young parents note that the appearance of teeth is associated with capriciousness, refusal to eat, increased salivation, and swollen gums. These symptoms clearly indicate teething. But what if the child suddenly has a fever, and there are no other symptoms? Is it teeth or an insidious virus? Many doctors believe that when teeth are coming in, the temperature has nothing to do with it. At the same time, most parents notice that when teeth are cut, the temperature can still rise. Let's figure out where the truth is, and what temperature, when can a child have?

When teeth are cut, the child's temperature can definitely be present, but one should not be very high. If the temperature is kept at the level of 37-37.5 ° C, there is redness and swelling of the gums, the child pulls everything into his mouth, then this can be attributed to teething. But only if the temperature is not accompanied by a cough, runny nose or redness of the throat. In this case, the presence of an acute respiratory infection is quite obvious. Such a child definitely needs to be shown to the doctor.

The fact is that during teething there is an active secretion of saliva, which contains antibodies to viruses. And just against the background of the fact that teeth are being cut, temperature and other symptoms may indicate the presence of an infection. Often the virus and teeth accompany each other, so it is difficult for parents to figure out what is wrong.

Parents should remember: when teething, the temperature should not be too high. High performance thermometers are a direct indication for the examination of the child by a doctor. Delayed treatment can lead to complications. Therefore, do not write off the teeth. Let the doctor figure out what's wrong.

At an elevated temperature in a child, which is caused by teething, each mother should be able to properly help the baby in order to alleviate his condition.

Provide fresh air in the room where the child is located: ventilate the room.

At elevated temperatures, very important condition to alleviate the patient's condition is a plentiful warm drink. You can cook dried fruit compote - this will be an ideal option. Give your child a drink as often as possible.

Provide humid air indoors. Turn on the humidifier, mop the floors, hang up wet towels. In no case should the mucous membranes of the child be allowed to dry out. This lowers the immune system and can lead to the development viral disease.

At night, you can give your child an antipyretic based on paracetamol. But, in any case, this point is best discussed with your doctor.

Don't force your child to eat. Let all the forces of his small body be directed to fight the temperature, and not to digest food. The child wants to eat - feed, does not want - do not force. Although in most cases, when teething, even without a temperature, the child begins to eat less, and sometimes refuses to eat at all.

Call your doctor if your temperature rises above 38°C.

The most important thing in a situation with fever is not to panic! Calm parents will surely make the right decision and be able to help their child. Let your baby grow up healthy!

Teething, despite all the naturalness of the process, brings a lot of discomfort to both the baby and his parents. Among the most common symptoms of the period when teeth are being cut are fever, increased salivation, diarrhea, runny nose. And if the snottyness of a child does not disturb adults too much, then the fever causes a dormant concern in the minds of every mother for her child. Is it normal to have an increase in temperature against the background of climbing teeth? How to bring her down?

Teething temperature in children: causes

During the period of teething, two main factors influence the child's body:

1. The release of substances that soften the gum tissue and provoke inflammation.
2. Decreased immunity.

An increase in temperature is defensive reaction on the “disgrace” happening in the body. In most cases, it keeps at the level of 37-38 C. The child's fever lasts 1-3 days, then falls off. In more successful babies in this regard, the temperature completely disappears in a few hours.

Temperature - teething or child sick?

Many parents firmly believe that if the baby has reached the age of teething, then all the unpleasant symptoms can be attributed to this factor. Nevertheless, very often infants fall victim to “walking” diseases that easily affect children with weakened immunity due to teething teeth.

It is necessary to examine the child's throat: it is possible that it is very reddened and it is necessary to call a doctor. Also, a visit to the pediatrician is mandatory if the temperature does not subside for more than 3 days.

High temperature during teething: how to help the baby

Temperatures up to 38 degrees do not need to be knocked down if the child reacts normally to it. But the excess of this indicator cannot be ignored, since protein begins to coagulate in the baby's body.

During the period elevated temperature you need to follow these rules:

• do not wrap the child in several layers, for a while refuse to use diapers to avoid overheating;
• wipe the baby's body with lukewarm water or apply a cool compress to the forehead;
• give your child frequent water to prevent dehydration.

To relieve fever in infants, such drugs are suitable:

1. Paracetamol. Approximately 30-40 min. It brings down the temperature, but with strong heat (from 39 C) it is ineffective. Also acts as an analgesic, slightly reduces inflammation.
2. Efferalgan. The active substance is paracetamol. Like the previous drug, it is effective at temperatures up to 39 C. When using suppositories, frequent bowel movements are possible. Suitable for children from 1 month.
3. Cefecon D. It is an antipyretic and analgesic based on paracetamol. It is used for children from 3 months.
4. Panadol. Also contains paracetamol. Reduces fever and has an analgesic effect. It practically does not affect inflammatory processes. Used to treat babies older than 3 months.
5. Ibuprofen. Not recommended if the child has kidney or liver problems. The medicine brings down the temperature and acts as a weak analgesic. Suitable for use from 3 months of age.
6. Nurofen. The active ingredient is ibuprofen. Lowers temperature, relieves pain. It is not recommended to use if the child is already taking any analgesic. It is used from 3 months of age and for children whose weight is more than 6 kg.
7. Ibufen. Similar to the previous drug contains ibuprofen. Acts as an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic. The effect after administration appears after 30 minutes, the maximum result is achieved in 3 hours.

Any of the above drugs should not be taken at random. You must first consult with a pediatrician, and then carefully read the instructions.

Antipyretics for young children are best given in the form of a suspension or rectal suppositories. Most manufacturers produce drugs suitable for infants different ages: from 3 to 5 months, from 6 months. up to 1 year, etc.

If you have to use pills to lower the temperature, then they can be crushed and mixed with water or honey: this way the baby is easier to “buy in” for a medicine that is not always tasty. Sweetened children's medicines have a drawback: the substances they contain can provoke an allergic reaction from a fragile organism.

It is advisable to alternate antipyretic drugs with different active ingredients: this way there is less likelihood of side effects.

Temperature and diarrhea during teething

It often happens that at first the baby has a fever, and the next day diarrhea also joins this “celebration of life”. In addition to the increased complexity of caring for a child, parents are also concerned about the possible risk to their health.

Diarrhea that accompanies teething appears for two main reasons:

1. Painful sensations in the oral cavity. The child reacts to discomfort by increased nervousness, which leads to spasms in the digestive system.
2. Increased salivation. As a result, the amount of saliva entering the digestive tract is much higher than normal. And because of the sensitivity of the digestive system, its work fails.

The relative norm is diarrhea no more than 3 times a day. In this case, the feces should be liquid, watery, without any impurities. If diarrhea is characterized by symptoms such as:

• an admixture of blood or mucus in the excrement;
• black color of feces;
• high intensity and frequency,
• duration more than 3 days;

then you need to see a doctor. Especially against the background of high temperature and general weakness of the child.

If the diarrhea is within the normal range, then the pediatrician will usually recommend one of these drugs:

• Regidron - restores water-electrolyte and acid-base balance in the body;
• Immodium - increases the tone of the anal sphincter, slows down the process of passage of the contents through the intestines;
• Smecta - has an adsorbing effect, puts in order the mucous barrier;
• Linex - normalizes the intestinal microflora.

During diarrhea, it is very important to give your child plenty of fluids to drink to help avoid dehydration.

Temperature and vomiting during teething

Vomiting is the rarest symptom of climbing teeth and is caused by one of the following:

• profuse salivation. Children's digestive system can not always cope with a large amount of saliva that gets into it, so it tries to get rid of the "extra" by all available means;
• strong crying. Nervousness and crying due to pain lead to the swallowing of air, which provokes vomiting;
• elevated temperature. Toddlers often react with vomiting to a sharp temperature jump, regardless of the disease;
• force feeding. During teething, the child experiences severe discomfort in the mouth, so any food can be regurgitated back.

If the baby suffers from vomiting, you need:

1. Feed him in small portions, but more often than usual. Don't force food. Give preference to processed food.
2. Spend more time with your child, calm him down.
3. Buy special teethers, as well as gum gels that facilitate the process of tooth growth.

Normally, vomiting occurs 1-2 times per day. With more frequent urges, be sure to consult a doctor.

The "classic" symptoms of teething are not recognized by many pediatricians as the norm. Therefore, you should not risk the health of the child and refuse to visit the hospital just because the high temperature, severe diarrhea or vomiting coincided with cutting teeth. Children's health is a fragile thing.

If the baby is teething and the temperature is 39, Dr. Komarovsky will tell you what to do. And this is not surprising, since he is an experienced pediatrician and can give good advice in this difficult matter.

Every parent watches in awe as their baby grows and develops. Every day he becomes a little more mature and independent. But there are also critical periods, for example, the time when a child's teeth climb.

It is very easy for inexperienced parents to confuse this process with a cold and other infectious diseases, so it is important to know how to recognize the signs of teething, what processes it can be accompanied by, and most importantly, how to help the baby to speed up the process.

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Symptoms of teething

Any parent is aware that the appearance of neoplasms in the mouth (teeth) in babies is usually not without unpleasant symptoms for him. As Dr. Komarovsky said, this is a purely individual process, which is accompanied by completely different sensations for each child. But it is possible to distinguish the same symptoms for all babies: runny nose, fever, cough, liquid stool etc.

Each parent can determine exactly where in the mouth and when the child's teeth begin to cut. Helps in this increased salivation and anxiety with the constant crying of the child.

Pediatrician, Dr. Komarovsky, classifies symptoms into obvious and hidden ones, which do not appear in everyone and not always:

The first category can be attributed to increased separation of saliva. These discharges are especially abundant in babies at 3 months of age. Frequent wiping of saliva at this time must be abandoned, as the delicate skin of the baby around the mouth begins to redden, become covered with a rash and peel off. In order to prevent the child from being completely wet from discharge from the oral cavity, saliva should be blotted from time to time with disposable hypoallergenic wipes, minimizing contact with the skin. If a child is teething, then redness and slight swelling in the mouth is quite normal.

Swelling during eruption is normal

Not always teething in children passes with a high temperature. You should start to worry when the body temperature exceeds 38 ° C. Such a symptom may indicate that an inflammatory process is underway in the baby's body.

They are not always associated with problems of the chewing apparatus. Sometimes the teeth are cut for a long time, and then the process is accompanied by reddening of the cheeks and buttocks. Diarrhea is also possible, but this is far from an obligatory symptom. As a rule, unregulated emptying is characteristic only until the time when the first milk tooth appears.

Many parents ask experts if teething can cause constipation, to which they receive mixed answers. This manifestation occurs much less often than diarrhea. Loose stools almost always torment a baby, but you should understand that this is normal.

In the video, Dr. Komarovsky talks about the temperature during the appearance of teeth:

What should parents be concerned about?

You must understand that the baby's immunity at this time is very vulnerable and the body is weaker than ever before viral infections. In almost 80% of cases, children suffer from a runny nose. Teething snot is also normal, but there are still symptoms to be concerned about as they can lead to more complex health problems and chronic conditions. A runny nose is considered normal only if it is not accompanied by severe nasal congestion.

It does not hurt to monitor the nature of nasal discharge - they should be transparent and not have a specific smell. If the discharge has a yellowish or greenish purulent hue, you should immediately contact a specialist who will prescribe a medicine to combat the disease.

Parents should also be alerted by loose stools, which are accompanied by cutting pains in the abdomen. This may indicate that the baby has picked up an intestinal infection through swollen gums, grabbing into his mouth everything that comes to hand.

1. Not very normal is a cough during teething. Not always small children can swallow saliva in time, which causes periodic coughing. That is why parents should carefully monitor their children, do not put them on their backs and remove saliva in time. If the cough is painful, it means that it is time to start treatment.
2. When teeth are being cut, the gums and cheeks of the child may be red and covered with a slight rash. Often it gradually moves to the throat. It becomes red and inflamed. Such redness almost always indicates that the baby is suffering from pharyngitis or serious forms of acute respiratory infections.
3. High fever can be complicated by vomiting. Many parents are concerned about how many days these signs can last. Different children may have different temperatures. The main thing is that it is not complicated by vomiting. If such a symptom is present, you must definitely contact a pediatric neurologist or, in extreme cases, a pediatrician who will tell you what to do next.

Cheeks may blush

The presence of all the above signs is a sign that it is time to see a doctor who will tell you how to anesthetize the process and how to cure this or that problem.

What to do in case of high temperature

Body temperature can change not only when teething. Most often, it becomes critical during the change of the milk "set" to a permanent one. In this case, the child still cannot explain what is bothering him.

How to help a child with teething? Temperature can be both physiologically normal and a sign of a disease, such as gingivitis.

To figure out whether it is necessary to bring down the temperature caused by cutting teeth, it is necessary to determine the reason why it has risen. If this happened by natural cause there is practically nothing to help. Komarovsky says that it is impossible to bring down the temperature to 39 degrees. In the second case, the temperature does not affect the teeth in any way, and it can be eliminated by eliminating the disease that causes this negative symptom.

Body temperature norms for a child

Often parents frantically try to cure their child with serious antiviral and antibacterial drugs. Sometimes it comes to the fact that parents heal babies in the first weeks of their lives and create for them "an excellent reserve for the future" in the form of chronic diseases. Taking painkillers without a doctor's advice is a bad idea.

Most parents do not know how many degrees Celsius should be normal temperature the body of a child who has a full-fledged dental plate cut. Dr. Komarovsky said that a temperature of 37 ° C and above (up to 38 ° C) is normal. Thus the body resists adverse conditions and enhances the production of antibodies. That is why it is impossible to radically interfere.

But it also cannot be ignored. When the fever has reached 38 ° C and above, and the teeth are cut very slowly, you need to visit a doctor who will prescribe a suitable antipyretic. It is especially important to do this if the temperature is kept for a long time.

How many days can a high temperature normally last? Experts convince that she should torment the child for no longer than 3 days. Otherwise, it indicates serious health problems. If there is a runny nose during teething, then this indicates that it is time to go to the doctor, who will tell you what to do in this or that case.

In the video, the pediatrician talks about how you can help the child with a temperature during teething:

How to help a baby

Helping a baby who is teething is the desire of all loving parents. It is almost impossible to ease the pain. Pediatrician Komarovsky says that teeth will erupt much faster and calmer if parents pay attention to the child all 24 hours a day. It is worth constantly playing with the baby, touching him, reading funny tales and poems, and singing children's songs. AT this case all the means that will distract him from the pain will do.

In any pharmacy, you can buy special teethers made of hard rubber or plastic, filled with water or gel, which make the baby's teeth come out faster. Usually the crumbs intensively chew these teethers. Thanks to them, itching and pain subside.

Some children are helped by special medications. An example would be a special soothing gel. This is the only way a parent can make life easier for a baby.

Now you know if there can be a temperature during teething and in what cases it is not normal.