It is not necessary for us to take up the different forms of stomatitis since the adjustment is the same in all cases. Upon the first indication of stomatitis or the slightest symptom of sore mouth, the infant should receive prompt attention. Strict hygienic measures should be used, especially if the child is being bottle fed.
Equation
In stomatitis the equation is C+ for the simple form; for the suppurative form it is N.C.R.
Family
Simple stomatitis is classified in the fever family. The other forms involve the poison and degeneration families.
Major Adjustment
The adjustment for simple stomatitis is S.P. in combination with M.C.P. If there is any suppuration involving the poison and degenerations family the major will include K.P.
GLOSSITIS
Glossitis is not very common among infants. It is an inflammatory condition of the tongue with hyperemia and swelling. There is usually a slight temperature and the swelling may involve the mucous membrane of the mouth. The tongue may be so greatly swollen that it becomes very difficult for the child to take food. Glossitis is often associated with stomatitis or any involvement of the mucous membrane of the mouth.