Toddler fever, swollen, bleeding gums
Posted by
kayuki7
My 2 yr old had a low range fever (99-101 degrees) for about 3 days. His fever has subsided, but now his gums have become swollen and bleeding with sores/blisters on his lips, in his mouth and on his tongue for the last 3 days. What could this be? and what can he take to alleviate the pain that he is obviously in. He's eating (less than normal) and playing, but he hasn't slept well for several days already. Will this go away on its own? Does it sound like it may be contagious as I have a 6 month old at home also.
Posted by kayuki7
My 2 yr old had a low range fever (99-101 degrees) for about 3 days. His fever has subsided, but now his gums have become swollen and bleeding with sores/blisters on his lips, in his mouth and on his tongue for the last 3 days. What could this be? and what can he take to alleviate the pain that he is obviously in. He's eating (less than normal) and playing, but he hasn't slept well for several days already. Will this go away on its own? Does it sound like it may be contagious as I have a 6 month old at home also.