My daughter is grinding her teeth badly. Why?

Question

Hi doctor,

My daughter is 14 months old. I had given her Albendazole before a month. She was doing all fine. From the last week, she has a cold and cough. It is not bad and, whenever she has a cold, she recovers fast. This time, she is grinding her teeth so bad. I was advised that I should have given the second dose of the worm infection in 21 days, but I skipped. Will it be harmful if I give the remaining dose now? Or when should I give the second dose?

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

It is common for babies of this age group to exhibit this phenomenon, and it has nothing to do with Albendazole. It is because children at this age start to develop molar teeth, which is a little bit painful and irritating. So, do not worry. It is a time bound process and will slowly fade away. In the meanwhile, you can either use a teething ring or your finger to massage the babies gums for alleviating the pain. Albendazole is commonly used once in every six months, so it is fine if you do not give the dose now.

For further information consult a pediatrician online.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

1. You can give syrup Sinarest (Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine and Pseudoephedrine) and syrup Asthakind (Terbutaline) thrice a day for up to five days for a cough and cold.

2. You can give homecooked mashed foods. Only avoid almonds and nuts even if they are crushed till the child is 2 years of age.

3. She should be alright after the course of medications.

For further information consult a pediatrician online.