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My girl baby has 5 months old. She did not drink milk properly. Her tongue is in white color and he spit saliva always from mouth. Is there any infection in her mouth. She put the hand always in her mouth. This leads to any problem and reason for infection. Pls say your suggestion for what I do for it? I want your reply briefly.
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There could be several reasons for reduced intake of milk like reflux, tongue infection, urine infection etc. In your baby, from your information it looks like fingal infection of tongue called candidiasis. Please consult a pediatrician to prescribe antifungal drops.
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