What Are Symptoms of Teething in a Baby?
Symptoms of teething in a baby can include: • Increased irritability • Placing objects or fingers in the mouth and biting down on them • Increased saliva or drooling • Loss of appetite or becoming choosy about foods • Tender and swollen gums • Rash on cheeks or redness in the area of the cheeks near the affected gums • Restlessness • Ear pulling, which may be a sign of teething or possibly an ear infection (make an appointment to have your child seen by your doctor or pediatrician) Teething does not result in fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. If your child experiences these problems, contact your doctor.
