#asktheexpert my baby mouth inside it has a whitish things ?what’s the reason

A. If your 11-month-old baby has a whitish coating or patches inside the mouth, it could be due to: 1. Oral Thrush (Fungal Infection) – Most Common Cause 🔹 White patches on the tongue, cheeks, or gums that don’t wipe off easily 🔹 Sometimes causes mild discomfort, refusal to feed ✔ What to Do? Wipe baby's mouth gently with a soft, clean cloth after feeds If breastfeeding, clean nipples with warm water to prevent reinfection If severe, consult a doctor for antifungal drops (like Nystatin or Miconazole gel) 2. Milk Residue – Harmless 🔹 Thin white coating on the tongue that wipes off easily 🔹 Common after breastfeeding or formula feeding ✔ What to Do? Give sips of water after feeds (if baby is taking solids) Clean with a soft damp cloth or baby tongue cleaner 3. Teething-Related Irritation 🔹 White or yellowish spots on gums (eruption cysts) 🔹 Baby might drool a lot and chew on objects ✔ What to Do? Let baby chew on a cold teething toy for relief Apply a clean finger or soft cloth to massage the gums 4. Vitamin Deficiency or Dehydration 🔹 White patches with dryness or cracked lips 🔹 Lack of iron, vitamin B12, or hydration ✔ What to Do? Offer water, fruit purees, curd to keep the mouth moist Include iron-rich foods like spinach, banana, ragi 🚨 When to See a Doctor? If the white patches are thick, spreading, or bleeding If baby has pain while feeding or refusing food If baby has fever, irritability, or weight