Question 1

what can cause a white pimple like bump in childs mouth?

Accepted Answer

A few things: Several virus and yeast  (thrush) infections may cause it. Most viral infections (coxsackie virus, herpes virus, epstein-barr virus, etc) usually causes painful bump, sometimes with blisters. Thrush, caused by an yeast, does not cause pain. If it is a baby, it may be an epstein's pearl ( a harmless cystic bump). It could be a burn after eating hot stuff, or may have bitten the area accidentally.

Question 2

my child (4) has 7 tiny red bumps on her face they started 3 days ago and slowly a few more each day there is none inside her mouth or anywhere else?

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Have the doc see it.: Children get so many types of rashes and skin lesions.  They can be due to allergies, illness, or any number of things.  Think if there have been any new foods, soaps, shampoos, detergents, etc in her life.  Best is to have her pediatrician check her out to make sure that it is not a rash associated with any other type of condition. Many times, a rash's origin cannot be traced. Hope this helps.

Question 3

child developed bumps on his face around his mouth and on his legs after coming in contact with our xmas tree.  is that unusual that it wasn't all ove?

Accepted Answer

No: I would guess he had the most contact in his mouth area. Continued contact could result in the rash spreading...

Question 4

how long should a child stay home with hand, foot, mouth disease? no fever or blisters, just somewhat annoying bumps. i dont want school to freak out but also heard keeping home doesnt help stop the spread. fever was 5 days ago?

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: The general rule for school age kids is to keep them out until the fever is gone and there are no evident mouth sores. The virus continues to remain in their poop but that is mainly an issue in day care centers where diaper changes can lead to cross contamination.

Question 5

hello my child has a weird looking bump on the back of his head it isnt big but im wondering if its a ringworm ?

Accepted Answer

Maybe/not: Your description is too vague to speculate a cause. Skin/hair issues usually require a visual exam for proper assessment. If it bothers you have the kid seen. Scalp ringworm requires prescription meds.

Question 6

after a child bumps their head and has knot what r the dos and donts?

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Not many dos & donts: I am assuming that she did not black out. Applying an icepack would help reduce swelling if it is done quickly. The bump could be a blood clot that formed with the injury under the skin.If it is a blood clot, it may change the color and look like bruise. Once it forms, the blood clot will remain there for months. If she blacked out even for a short time, i would take her to er.

Question 7

should i be concerned if my child is 16 months old and has a head full of small puss fulled bumps what do i do?

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Have him seen: If they are really pus filled bumps tha can be infection and it would be best if you had him seen to see what he needs to improve.

Question 8

dresser tipped, hit 3yr old on head but did not land on her.child cried right away, no bleeding or bump visible. she seems normal.is she probably ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When something hits a small child on the head or when she falls on her head from a distance of less than 5 feet, cries right away, the chances of any internal brain injury are very very small, as shown by a study at the er of a boston hospital some years ago. So you can be reassured and go on loving her.

Question 9

when would doctors order ct scans when a child bumps his head?

Accepted Answer

For symptoms: Children sustain minor head "bonks" all the time.  A cat scan is only necessary if the child has had prolonged vomiting afterward, exhibits neurological changes (seizure, weakness, persistent loss of consciousness), or if the cause of the trauma was severe (fall from height, high speed injury, etc).  Also if the child has blood behind the eardrum or nasal drainage after the injury.

Question 10

if child falls and hits his head, how long does it take for a bump to show up?

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Depends: It depends how hard they hit their head. Sometimes the bump pops up within a few minutes. Sometimes it gradually comes on over the next few hours. Applying ice and pressure would help prevent the swelling, but most toddlers hate the ice. The bump is caused by blood and fluid building up under the skin. It can last several weeks.

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What can cause a white pimple like bump in childs mouth?

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My child (4) has 7 tiny red bumps on her face they started 3 days ago and slowly a few more each day there is none inside her mouth or anywhere else?

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Child developed bumps on his face around his mouth and on his legs after coming in contact with our xmas tree. is that unusual that it wasn't all ove?

A member asked:

How long should a child stay home with hand, foot, mouth disease? no fever or blisters, just somewhat annoying bumps. i dont want school to freak out but also heard keeping home doesnt help stop the spread. fever was 5 days ago?

A member asked:

Hello my child has a weird looking bump on the back of his head it isnt big but im wondering if its a ringworm ?

A member asked:

After a child bumps their head and has knot what r the dos and donts?

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Should i be concerned if my child is 16 months old and has a head full of small puss fulled bumps what do i do?

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Dresser tipped, hit 3yr old on head but did not land on her.child cried right away, no bleeding or bump visible. she seems normal.is she probably ok?

A member asked:

When would doctors order ct scans when a child bumps his head?

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If child falls and hits his head, how long does it take for a bump to show up?

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