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Teething Troubles

Taking the Bite out of Teething Pain

By Carma Haley Shoemaker

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  • Mild diarrhea

    • The following are not symptoms related to teething:

    • Bleeding of the gums
    • Moderate to high fever, above 99.3 degrees Fa
    • Excessive diarrhea
    • Excessive swelling of the gums or a large area of gum tissue

    In the event of the presence of moderate to high fever, bleeding of the gums, excessive diarrhea or excessive swelling of the gums, a medical professional should be contacted immediately as these may indicate an illness not related to teething.

    "A parent will be able to tell if their child is suffering from normal side effects of the teething process," says Dr. Charles Duncan of Richmond, Va. "The child may be irritable and cranky, but will not show any signs of being in a great deal of pain. If the normal side effects begin to worsen, parents should consult with their family pediatrician."

    Easing the Pain
    sad baby In addition to comforting and soothing a teething child, parents also can offer the baby temporary relief of the pain. Each child responds differently to various techniques for easing teething pain, so a parent should test several to find the one that offers the most relief for their child. Most commonly, the pain and inflammation of teething pain can be soothed by cold. This can include a frozen teething ring, a wet washcloth chilled in the freezer for up to 30 minutes, a cold, metal spoon applied to the area, or an ice-cube wrapped in a washcloth. Although teething rings are readily accessible, parents should avoid those filled with liquid as they can be punctured by one of the teeth beginning to emerge to the surface.


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