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【Oral Care】What to do about oral ulcers caused by hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD)? Oral gels offer a new option for care.
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral infection (enterovirus) in children. Typical symptoms include rashes on the hands and feet and oral ulcers. Oral ulcers often cause difficulty swallowing, decreased appetite, and even disrupt sleep. In recent years, medical research and clinical practice have increasingly focused on the use of oral gels in HFMD oral care.
Hand, foot, and mouth disease(HFMD) causes oral ulcers, typically on the tongue, lining of the mouth, and throat. These ulcers can cause severe oral pain, difficulty swallowing, decreased food intake, and an increased risk of dehydration. Therefore, alleviating pain, maintaining oral hygiene, and promoting wound healing are key goals in child care.
Mechanism of Action of Oral Gels
Commonly used oral gels in clinical practice have the following effects :
- Protective film: Reduces pain caused by food, saliva, and external stimuli.
- Antibacterial/antiviral supplement: Medical-grade film reduces the risk of secondary infection.
- Accelerates healing: Maintaining a moist wound environment promotes tissue repair.
Research and Clinical Observations
The Effect of Oral Gels on Oral Ulcers in Children
A randomized controlled trial showed that the use of an oral gel containing a mucosal protective agent significantly reduced pain scores associated with oral ulcers in children and improved their feeding habits (Al-Bashir et al., 2020, Clinical Oral Investigations).
Recommendations for Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Care
Guidelines from the Singapore Ministry of Health and the Society of Paediatrics state that the treatment of hand, foot, and mouth disease(HFMD) is primarily supportive. Topical oral gels or mouthwashes are recommended to relieve pain and prevent dehydration caused by difficulty eating (Singapore Ministry of Health, 2018).
Conclusion
Hi-MUPRO Oral gels provide a safe and effective supportive care option for HFMD oral ulcers. They not only reduce pain but also improve children's feeding and quality of life.
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Oral Wound Rinse Spray
HX-OS12-C
Specially designed for children, with a slender nozzle design, it is easy to apply to children's superficial wounds, and can quickly relieve the pain caused by children's oral ulcers, including hand-foot-mouth disease, trauma factors, and oral ulcers caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The taste is not pungent, with light fruit sweetness, which is easy for children to accept, and promotes nutrient intake through eating.