Question
What to do if a baby just a month old has a thick white tongue coating and white spots on the lips?
Answer
When a baby is just one month old and has a thick white tongue coating and white spots on the lower lip, it may be due to fungal infection, such as thrush. If it is a side effect of long-term antibiotic use or if family members have transmitted fungal infections to the baby, it is necessary to identify the source of infection and take appropriate treatment measures. Generally, the risk of a baby developing thrush is not high, but if infected, it can usually be treated with localized antifungal medications. At the same time, attention should be paid to the baby’s oral hygiene, avoid excessive use of antibiotics, and maintain personal hygiene among family members to prevent cross-infection.