Is My Child Teething

Your baby may start teething anytime between the sixth and twelfth month of her growth and development. Let us have a look at the common signs and symptoms of teething in children. In this articleDroolingChin or Face RashBitingPainRefusal to FeedDiarrhoeaLow-Grade FeverWakefulnessGum HaematomaEar Pulling and Cheek RubbingComplete List of Teething Signs Here is a complete list of signs and symptoms of teething in babies. Drooling Teething stimulates drooling. Any time between ten weeks to three or four months of age, babies mouths can leak like a faucet. Chin or Face Rash Children who drool profusely sometimes develop a rash around the chin and mouth area because of irritation from constant salivating. You can help by wiping the drool with a towel from time to time. The excess saliva can cause your baby to gag or cough occasionally. Biting The baby will have a tendency to nip or bite down on anything from her own hand to your breast. This helps her to relieve the pressure on her gums. Pain The tender gum tissue is inflamed as a result of the teeth trying to push through to the surface. The first teeth and the molars are usually the most painful. This pain makes the baby irritable. Some babies exhibit irritability for weeks, rather than for a few hours or days. Refusal to Feed A teething babys behaviour can be quite contrary when she is feeding. If she is nursing, she will crave the comfort of suckling at your breast, but once she begins to such she may reject the breast or bottle, as suction causes her discomfort. A baby who has started eating solids will lose interest in them. However, you need not worry as your baby is getting most of her nutrition from nursing or formula. Her interest in food will resume once the tooth has come out. Diarrhoea The theory that there is a definite link between loose bowel movements and teething is under dispute. Your baby may or may not have diarrhoea while teething. However, you should consult your doctor if she has diarrhoea that lasts for more than two bowel movements whenever it occurs. Low-Grade Fever Sometimes babies run a low fever while teething as a result of inflammation of the gums. Wakefulness The discomfort of teething tends to disturb the babys sleep patterns. Sometimes even babies who have been sleeping through the night start waking up. To prevent this from becoming a habit, do not rush to comfort her. Wait and see if she will fall asleep on her own. Gum Haematoma Sometimes teething may cause the gums to bleed. Bluish lumps in the mouth may be a sign of bleeding gums. Cold compresses may alleviate discomfort, but haematomas usually resolve themselves. Ear Pulling and Cheek Rubbing Babies often do this because the pain form their gums travel up to their cheeks and ears. Remember that babies also tug at their ear when they have an ear infection. So do not forget to rule out that possibility by consulting your doctor.