In the article, we will consider the treatment of red throat in infants.
There is not a single child who has never had a sore throat. Diseases of the oropharynx are very common, especially during the epidemic season in autumn, as well as in early spring. It is possible to cure a red throat in a baby only in accordance with medical prescriptions. The fact is that pain, along with other unpleasant symptoms in the throat in children, may indicate the occurrence of completely different diseases.
Treatment of red throat in infants should be timely.
Causes and symptoms
When a baby's throat turns red, he may develop diseases in the form of scarlet fever, pharyngitis, laryngitis, measles, flu, tonsillitis or allergic reactions. Signs that your baby needs urgent sore throat treatment are:
- Appearance of redness along with swellingtonsil.
- The appearance of purulent spots, and in addition, plaque and various points on the tonsils.
- The appearance of pain and sore throat.
- Increased lymph nodes and temperature.
- Occurrence of a runny nose.
- Intense crying along with irritability.
In the presence of a viral infection, the signs of the disease progress rapidly, and the temperature rises from the first day of illness. Bacterial infections lead to a gradual increase in symptoms, and the temperature can increase up to thirty-eight degrees. Against the background of allergic reactions, the symptoms of the disease can quickly disappear after the elimination of irritating factors.
Treatment of red throat in infants
Cure the throat of a nursing baby is not an easy task. First you need to call the pediatrician home, which needs to be done at the first symptoms of a sore throat or other ailment. An experienced doctor will determine whether the pathology is caused by viral or bacterial infections. Also, the doctor will be able to determine the causes. Sometimes pathological symptoms and inflammation occur due to teething.
Every parent should know how to treat a throat in a baby.
Rhinitis
As a rule, all this is accompanied by rhinitis. Therefore, it is better to start therapy with washing the nose in order to prevent microbes from multiplying further. Babies need to pour saline into the nose along with special products based on sea water. This is done with a pipette. Spray into the nasal passageaerosol is prohibited to avoid damage to the Eustachian tube. Crusts of dried mucus in infants should be removed with gauze swabs or cotton flagella.
Humidification
In no case should the air be allowed to dry out in the room where the baby sleeps. Also, it is forbidden for babies to wear too hot clothes in which they can sweat. Give babies more fluids (eg, water, sugar-free fruit drinks, baby teas) if possible. Breastfeeding should be continued whenever possible, even if the baby's appetite is reduced.
Treatment of red throat in infants should be done by a professional.
Rules for therapy
Here are the rules for how to treat the throat in infants:
- Depending on the type of infection (bacterial or viral), babies are given antiviral pills or antibiotics.
- Children's oropharynx is irrigated with Miramistin and other antiseptic preparations. Chamomile for babies with red throat is very often used.
- Children's preparations are prescribed internally in the presence of a cough in the form of syrups, expectorants, homeopathic remedies, allergy medicines and antipyretic medicines.
- All drugs are given to infants only in the form of drops, syrups, and in addition, in the form of tablets dissolved in water or milk. Pills such as "Lizobakt" along with "Sebedin" should be crushed, then carefully poured into the oropharynx so that the child does not choke.
- In children under twoyears, the use of aerosols and sprays can provoke laryngospasms, so this dosage form is prohibited for use. Inhalations for babies can be done, but only under the supervision of a doctor in a hospital.
- When there is a red throat in a baby without fever, you can use proven home remedies. Some folk methods are allowed for use even for the treatment of infants. True, allergens in the form of honey, ginger and garlic should not be given. But warm milk with pieces of butter is suitable along with an infusion of flaxseed. All these products will certainly allow babies at the age of seven to eight months to recover.
As a rule, the treatment of throat in babies up to a year lasts from seven to ten days and no less. The use of antiviral drugs usually lasts up to five days, and it is possible to cure a baby's throat with antibiotics in five to ten days, depending on the type of medication.
Drug List
The following are the most effective drugs from various drug groups used in the treatment of throat diseases in infants:
- Among antibiotics, it is worth mentioning "Amoxicillin" along with "Panklav", "Amoxiclav", "Flemoklav", "Flemoksin", "Solutab", "Erythromycin", "Sumamed" and "Supraks".
- Suitable antiviral agents are drugs in the form of "Ergoferon", "Anaferon", "Viferon", "Kipferon" and "Cytovir".
- Suitable cough medicines that thin sputum are Gedelix along with"Linkas", "Doctor Mom", and besides, syrups of marshmallow root and licorice.
- Lozenges are widely used along with tablets and lozenges for sore throats in the form of Lyzobact, Faringosept, Sebedin, Grammidin and Septolete.
- Medicines that can be used to gargle for babies are Miramistin, along with Furacilin, Chlorophyllipt, Chlorhexidine, Akvirin and Rotokan. Also for this purpose, infusions of calendula, oak bark and sage are suitable.
- Tantuma Verde, Hexoral, Stopangin, and Ingalipt throat sprays are often used (without direct throat spray).
- The use of systemic immunomodulators is also widespread, for example, Amixin, along with Echinacea, Imunorix, Tonsilgon, Sinupret and Ribomunil. Very often, "Interferon" is prescribed for babies.
- Antihistamines can also be prescribed in the form of Erius, Zodak, Cetirizine, Loratadine and Tavegil.
- Among the antipyretics, it is worth mentioning Paracetamol along with Nurofen and Cefecon.
- Nasal lavage preparations are Aquamaris along with Aqualor, Physiomer and Dolphin.
- Additionally, vasoconstrictors with oil drops in the form of "Salina", "Nazivin", "Vibrocil" and "Pinosol" can be used.
Tonsilgon
According to the instructions for use, "Tonsilgon" for children is prescribed from 1 year for the complex therapy of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract, namely:
- tonsillitis;
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis;
- sinusitis;
- acute rhinitis.
In addition, the medicine is an excellent prophylactic during the season of massive colds and flu epidemics. Drops or dragees can be used in combination with antibacterial agents prescribed by a doctor, or as an independent drug at the first sign of a viral infection.
Instructions for use for "Tonsilgon" for children must be strictly observed.
Doctors' recommendations
During the occurrence of throat diseases in infants, doctors recommend doing the following:
- The baby should be limited to outdoor games, it is necessary to help him stay in the crib and sleep as much as possible.
- Do not ignore antibiotic treatment if it has been prescribed by a doctor. In addition, antibiotic treatment should not be interrupted.
- Don't take topical treatments lightly, rarely gargle, and forget to take probiotics after antibiotic therapy.
- Doctors do not recommend performing any physiotherapy or heat treatment if the child has a high fever.
- You should not warm up the throat of a baby in the presence of an acute phase of any otolaryngological disease.
- It is not recommended to give your baby a full dose of a new drug right away, especially for children with allergies.
- In no case should the baby be allowed to be passivesmoker.
- Don't let your child eat food that irritates the throat.
- In no case should you not go to the doctor if home therapy does not bring improvements on the third day after starting it.
When should the baby be taken to the hospital?
Most often, treatment in a hospital is prescribed for red throat and high fever in infants up to a year old. Similar treatment is carried out for any infectious disease, accompanied by high fever. Other indications for hospitalization in the presence of throat diseases in infants are the following manifestations of the disease:
- The appearance of complications in the form of an abscess, rheumatic carditis, phlegmon and so on.
- The development of a serious condition in a child along with severe intoxication.
- The presence of a temperature that cannot be brought down.
- The appearance of lethargy in the child and convulsions.
- Existing episodes of laryngospasm (parents should be sure to familiarize themselves with the rules for providing assistance in the event of laryngospasm). There may be a red throat and a cough in the baby at the same time.
- The presence of systemic diseases in a child in the form of glomerulonephritis, diabetes, blood pathologies and the like.
- The presence of anomalies in the structure of the larynx in a baby.
- Presence of epidemiological indications for infectious diseases requiring treatment exclusively in a hospital.
It must be borne in mind that the main danger in itself is not the disease itself and the redness of the throat, but the complications of this disease. That's why,to avoid serious consequences, treatment should be started at an early stage, and if necessary and on the recommendation of a doctor, immediately go to the hospital.
Tantum Verde Throat for Children
Little children, especially in autumn and winter, often get sick with respiratory diseases, and their throats regularly redden. The smaller the baby, the more difficult it is to cure. This is due to the fact that many drugs are contraindicated for children under one year old. Among other things, babies cannot tolerate some procedures, for example, they are not yet able to blow their nose, open their mouths wide so that their parents sprinkle it with an aerosol or rinse. During such procedures, parents of young children always experience certain difficulties.
The medicinal spray called "Tantum Verde", which is made by an Italian manufacturer, has a unique composition and properties. This medicine is well suited for the treatment of common respiratory ailments. The drug produces an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect. But there are contraindications: the spray can not be used for children under 3 years old. In some cases, doctors prescribe this drug. But it shouldn't be sprayed. It is acceptable to apply it on the inside of the cheek or nipple, no more than 2-3 times a day.
The pediatrician himself must prescribe this drug based on the child's well-being, his exact age and diagnosis. Among other things, the specialist takes into account whether the baby is allergic to the constituent ingredients. Only after collecting all this information, the pediatrician will advise or, conversely, prohibit the use of this spray.
Prevention of red throat in infants
The main goal that parents of babies should strive for is the formation of good immunity, which will not allow various infections to enter the child's body. This will certainly help proper nutrition, which involves a sufficient amount of fresh fruits and vegetables. No less important are daily walks in the air along with active physical exercises and moderate hardening.
Conclusion
In the event that all this is strictly observed, the baby will be better protected from all kinds of infections and will not get sick often. And the parents, in turn, will not have a headache about what medicines the baby should be given to heal quickly, because the baby’s immunity will be strong and will be able to fight germs on its own, and the throat will not turn red due to infections.
When a baby has a red throat, now we know what to do.
