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My baby is getting her 4th tooth, and she has a nasty rash around her mouth and bad breath. Whats going on?
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Regan P asked:
Im not sure if its the binki causes the bad breath and rash, but I really need to treat this, and I dont think its severe enough to go to the doctor.
Bad breath Gone
Im not sure if its the binki causes the bad breath and rash, but I really need to treat this, and I dont think its severe enough to go to the doctor.
Bad breath Gone
November 15th, 2007 at 5:32 pm
Throw out all the binkies and go buy brand new ones. Buy a baby tooth brush and brush the teeth and gums with the soft bristles and some warm water.
Watch for fever (strep throat) and keep her face dry. The rash is most likely caused by increased spit and drool. I would think the new binkies would be a good idea in case the bad breath is just from germs and gunk on the old ones.
Call the pediatrician if these things get worse.
November 18th, 2007 at 3:42 pm
She could be allergic to a new food or if she’s on an antibiotic- that. Could be a yeast infection or just a rash from drooling or even from the binky rubbing–a whole number of things. I’d get the rash checked out for sure. Bad breath can be a symptom of an infection or even an allergic reaction, too. Make sure you’re brushing her teeth and gums at least once a day and I’d put Vaseline or Aquaphor Baby on the rash to see if that helps. You don’t need to throw out the binki, you just need to sterilize it. Throw it in boiling water for ten minutes. Good luck!
November 20th, 2007 at 3:18 pm
She could have a sinus infection. Try brushing her teeth with a “finger” brush or by using a wash cloth to clean the teeth and tongue. As far as the PACIFIERS, make sure they are clean. Soak them in peroxide for about an hour and then rinse them well and allow them to dry.