Question
A few days ago, my baby kept running a fever and was diagnosed with purulent tonsillitis by the doctor after going to the hospital. The baby received three days of intravenous drip treatment and no longer has a fever. The throat has also improved significantly. However, last night when I washed my baby’s face, I noticed that the baby’s gums are swollen. What’s going on? Moreover, the baby doesn’t want to eat much. They only drink a little milk throughout the day. How should we solve this problem?
Answer
Based on the description of the problem, it seems that the baby is experiencing gum swelling and a loss of appetite after recovering from purulent tonsillitis. First, it is recommended to confirm that the purulent tonsillitis has healed and consider using lozenges orally and drinking plenty of water. These suggestions may help address the question of “What causes gum swelling in babies after purulent tonsillitis recovery?” I hope this helps, and wish the baby a speedy recovery!