Diagnosis | Baby’s teething rash

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of a skin rash is made by a pediatrician. Have your child examined and pay attention to any accompanying symptoms such as unwillingness to drink, fatigue, restlessness or similar. Coughing and rhinitis can also be indicative of a viral disease.

However, a rash that affects the whole body is not caused by teething. Slight reddening of the face is possible, however. The pediatrician will examine the child and can often narrow down possible causes based on the appearance of the rash. In case of doubt, a blood or stool test and, if necessary, further examinations (e.g. allergy tests) can provide clarity. If there is a suspicion of certain diseases such as neurodermatitis, further special examinations are carried out.

Therapy

If the baby’s rash is actually related to teething and other causes (especially infections) could be excluded, skin care of the affected body regions is of central importance. Various ointments and creams are available, some of which are based on plant substances. A consultation in the pharmacy is recommended.

As teething is not a disease but a natural step in development, it does not require any therapy or treatment. Parents should face teething with composure and calmness. This also helps to calm the child down.

Gently massaging the swollen gums or offering teething rings can help alleviate the baby’s discomfort. Alternatively, cold carrots or bread crusts can be given to the baby to nibble on: The pressure on the gums is often perceived as pleasant, as it counteracts the pain caused by teething. A skin rash from teething also does not require treatment, as long as it is the slight redness of the facial skin that can occur when teething.

Proper rashes, however, are not caused by teething, but have another cause. Depending on the cause, the rash is then treated. It is best to consult your pediatrician.

The baby may need special skin care or similar. In the case of rashes around the mouth and on the buttocks, it is important and very effective to keep the skin permanently dry. In the buttocks area, for example, insoles are suitable for this purpose.

Babies tend to stick fingers in their mouth and bite on them while teething. This results from the fact that a load on the jawbone by biting relieves the jaw and thus relieves the pain. However, since pathogens can enter the already irritated interior of the mouth with the fingers, the use of biting aids is recommended.

Commercially available teething rings or teething toys or even violet roots are suitable for this. These can be chewed over a long period of time and release a slightly pain-relieving substance. If nothing of this kind is available, a carrot or cucumber can also be used, but only under supervision because of the danger of swallowing.