Stomatitis during pregnancy

Quite often during pregnancy a woman encounters such a violation as stomatitis. The reason for this, as a rule, is a change in the hormonal background, which serves as a trigger mechanism. The breach itself is characterized by the appearance of small ulcers on the mucous membrane of the mouth, reddening of the palate, often hyperemia passes to the cheeks and lips. It is these symptoms are the first manifestations of the disease, after which the wound is formed, covered with white coating. They cause pain, which prevents normal food intake. Consider the main directions of stomatitis treatment during pregnancy and find out whether it is dangerous for the most pregnant and future baby.

How is stomatitis treated during gestation?

All dependencies directly from the cause that caused the disorder, the algorithm of the therapy, medicines is chosen.

So, if a stomatitis that has arisen during pregnancy is provoked by fungi, then treatment is not without the use of antifungal drugs. Given their negative impact, they are used only when the benefit to the mother exceeds the risk of developing violations in the fetus.

With bacterial etiology, antibacterial drugs and antiseptics are prescribed. Excellent from the last has proved itself chlorhexidine bigluconate. With this medication, the mouth is rinsed. At the initial stages of the disease, a woman can use a soda solution (2-3 tablespoons of baking soda to a glass of water), which is used to irrigate the cavity.

From antibiotics use Amoxicillin, Erythromycin, Ofloxacin, Metronidazole. Dosage, frequency of administration and duration of treatment are set individually.

Consequences of stomatitis, which arose during pregnancy

With compliance with medical recommendations and prescriptions, this disease passes without a trace for the growing inside of the mother's baby. The main thing is not to delay the visit, but when the first symptoms appear, consult a doctor.