Red dots in the sky in a child are a signal of a problem and the development of infection. The rash comes in various types and structures, but is always a concomitant symptom of a specific disease.
Different reasons can cause rashes in the sky.
Common causes of rash
Whatever reason caused the appearance of rashes in the palate of a child, in any case, this is a signal of a problem. It is better not to start self-treatment before contacting a pediatrician, since the therapy differs depending on the infection.
Infectious diseases
With the development of infections, the rash most often appears on the back of the larynx and is accompanied by additional symptoms:
- high temperature;
- difficulty swallowing;
- weakness;
- sore throat.
If the red spots on the palate of a child do not have a white or yellow coating, then the infection is not too strong and dangerous if it is timely identified and treated. Rashes can appear with various infectious diseases, these are:
- lichen;
- scarlet fever;
- meningitis;
- rubella;
- chickenpox;
- typhoid and other diseases.
On a note. Many infections are accompanied by rashes in the oral cavity, so only a doctor can accurately determine the disease.
Viral and colds of the respiratory tract
There are many colds, infectious and viral diseases, which are accompanied by inflammation of the mucous membrane and the appearance of a rash. It can be flu, SARS, herpetic sore throat, and so on.
These bacterial infections are characterized by rashes that resemble herpes. Their size reaches 5 mm. Additionally, there is a high temperature, chills, and general weakness.
Most often, children under 14 years old suffer, although similar sores can form in adults at high temperatures.
Allergic rash
Any allergic reaction manifests itself in different ways. There may be rashes not only on the baby's body, but also in the baby's mouth. Such sores most often do not bring discomfort to the baby.
Often, rashes in the mouth with allergies appear after eating or hygiene procedures. After stopping contact with the allergen, the spots become similar to the classic acne or pimples.
When detecting an allergic rash, pay attention to the following points:
- symmetry;
- merging stains;
- no burning sensation;
- the appearance of light areas between the rash.
It is difficult to diagnose allergies on your own; only a doctor can do this.
Rash in the mouth with stomatitis
In addition to a red rash, with stomatitis, many accompanying symptoms appear, such as:
- chills;
- heat;
- pain in the mouth;
- moodiness and anxiety.
Rashes with stomatitis have a specific appearance and location
Externally, the rash resembles herpes, but their size is larger (up to 4-5 mm). They are located on the oral mucosa, tongue, palate. In rare neglected cases, sores form on the walls of the larynx and tonsils.
Fungal infection
Sometimes red rashes can appear on the site of a white plaque with thrush. This is a fungal disease that indicates a dysfunction of the digestive system. In this case, antimicrobial therapy is prescribed. The rash in the mouth will disappear under the influence of the prescribed drugs.
Contact with fungal spores also provokes rashes.
Other causes of rash
The development of cardiovascular diseases in a child can provoke a change in the color of the oral mucosa. There is a violation and change of blood vessels, red or bluish dots are formed.
Stains and rashes can appear due to mechanical injuries and infections. Failure to comply with hygiene rules often leads to the fact that the child introduces viruses and infections himself, for example, eats dirty fruits and vegetables.
Rashes in the mouth can even be triggered by teething
Mechanisms of appearance
Red spots in the mouth of a child are, in most cases, foci of inflammation. They are caused by the ingress of pathological microorganisms. Very often, rashes are the result of a baby's communication with a sick person, most often the child independently introduces microbes into his body.
On a note. The mechanism of manifestation depends on the nature of the disease. The rashes themselves are not a disease, they are just symptoms.
Associated symptoms
With the development of diseases, the appearance of a rash is only one of the symptoms. Depending on the pathology, other manifestations in the child may be present:
- red palate and throat;
- temperature rise;
- pain and sore throat;
- cough;
- weakness.
If there are rashes in the mouth, do not expect other symptoms. Be sure to consult a pediatrician, only he is able to correctly diagnose and prescribe competent treatment.
Localization and appearance of rashes
The localization and appearance of red dots in a child's mouth depends on the cause of their occurrence. The rash may differ in color (all shades of red), shape and location (tongue, upper palate, larynx, inner cheeks, and so on).
For example, with allergies, red symmetrical formations appear in the oral cavity. With angina, blisters form, in the place of which sores can occur.
Diagnosis of diseases
When contacting a medical institution, the doctor will initially examine the baby and establish all visible symptoms. In accordance with the appearance of the rash and the baby's complaints, a preliminary diagnosis is made.
The doctor then conducts all the necessary tests to confirm the diagnosis and prescribes competent, correct treatment. Additionally, consultation with a more narrowly specialized specialist may be recommended.
Among the possible studies in the presence of a rash in the baby's mouth, there are:
- general blood analysis;
- analysis of feces;
- allergy tests;
- smear for bactericidal culture.
On a note. As a result of all research, it will be possible to accurately determine the cause of the rash and prescribe an effective treatment.
What to do
If your child has red dots in the sky, you should see a doctor right away. Even small pimples can be a symptom of the onset of serious health problems.
When to see a doctor
It is necessary to consult a doctor when a rash of any nature appears. The formation of any rash in the mouth is a symptomatic sign of the disease, and not the disease itself. Only a timely examination and diagnosis will help relieve the baby of the underlying disease, as well as an unpleasant symptom. Correct treatment can quickly fix the problem (in just a few days).
What you can do yourself
Doctors are not always able to immediately remove symptoms and determine the diagnosis. It is difficult to establish the cause on your own, since the rashes are of a different nature. You need to try to get tested faster in order to understand the root of the problem.
All this time, the baby will feel discomfort and painful sensations. To alleviate the condition of the child before imprisonment, you can rinse the mouth with decoctions of medicinal herbs (oak bark, chamomile, yarrow, sage).
Any disease requires compulsory treatment
Puffiness is allowed to be removed with antihistamines in accordance with age. The pimples themselves are treated with Miramistin solution or analogs.
What complications can there be?
If you ignore the rashes and redness on the mucous membrane in the mouth and do not carry out treatment, then changes in the structure of cells and tissues of the epithelium may occur. The red rash will begin to grow and grow in size, which will lead to more serious diseases, these are:
- Pyogenic granuloma. It is characterized by the compaction of blood vessels, which leads to interruptions in blood circulation. Reddish eruptions become bluish. Eating and speaking are difficult. Subsequently, the formations can become malignant and lead to death.
- Petechiae of the sky. In the absence of treatment, new ones appear near the formations. The development of pathology is accompanied by herpes, mononucleosis and other infections.
- Kaposi's sarcoma. Red rashes of an infectious nature, if untreated, transform into bright red growths. This disease is characteristic of immunocompromised babies and is characterized by high mortality.
To exclude such complex diseases, timely and correct diagnosis is necessary when the first rashes appear in the baby's mouth.
Preventing mouth rashes
Preventive measures are of two types: specific and general. In the first case, active or passive vaccination is carried out against certain diseases (influenza, hepatitis, and so on). In the body, special antibodies are formed that prevent the appearance of a specific disease.
General prevention is understood as the implementation of measures that are aimed at strengthening immunity in general, these are:
- proper and balanced nutrition;
- adherence to the daily routine;
- compliance with the rules of personal hygiene;
- try to minimize visits to crowded places during periods of colds.
Children should be taught to follow the rules of hygiene from birth.
If signs of the disease appear, then you should definitely visit a doctor. Only qualified specialists are able to correctly diagnose and prescribe treatment.
