A baby over one year old is at its cutest, with a fair face and rosy skin that can be easily broken by blowing, making adults envious. However, such a large child is also at a time when their immunity is very low, and they are easily susceptible to various diseases. Some mothers have noticed that their 15 month old babies have red and swollen faces. What's going on?
What's wrong with facial redness and swelling after 15 months
Due to the various causes of facial swelling in babies, mothers should be careful to avoid blindly using antibiotics and other medications to treat it, so as not to cover up the condition and affect the best treatment time.
In clinical practice, the most common causes of facial swelling in babies include allergies to certain substances, local inflammatory infections, mosquito bites, tooth decay, etc. Therefore, when a baby develops facial swelling, it is necessary to combine the accompanying symptoms to identify the cause and treat it accordingly.
What should I do if my child's face is swollen
1. Pay attention to whether the baby's eyelids are swollen, whether the lip color is normal, and whether their mental state and complexion are good. If swelling starts from the face and then spreads throughout the body, there is a high possibility of developing kidney disease, but it may also be acute nephritis or kidney disease.
2. If the baby's facial swelling is not too severe, some simple and easy massage methods can be used to restore it, such as gently pressing the cheek with the tip of the finger. From the earlobe edge to the cheek bone, press down when the baby exhales and relax (on both cheeks) during inhalation for 10 times.
3. If it is because of nephrotic edema, you can rest in bed. Lying flat can increase renal blood flow, improve glomerular filtration rate, and reduce water and sodium retention. Patients with mild edema can alternate between bed rest and activity, and the amount of activity should be limited. Those with severe edema can rest in bed, and lift the edematous limbs to facilitate blood return and reduce edema.
4. If a child's face suddenly swells on one side, and they are mentally ill with a fever of around 38 ℃, they should be alert to the occurrence of mumps. Parents should promptly seek medical attention and wear a mask to prevent transmission. Once mumps is detected, the affected child should be immediately isolated and rest in bed. Diet should be soft and easily digestible, avoiding spicy and acidic foods. Because these foods can stimulate salivary gland secretion, leading to increased local pain. Drink plenty of hot water and keep your mouth clean.
For such a small baby, family members should protect it more and give it enough love and care. When unexpected health problems arise, family members should be more vigilant, take necessary measures in a timely manner, consult professionals and doctors, and not overly rely on experience to avoid delaying the outcome of the illness.
