8 ways to treat diarrhea in children

Diarrhea is one of the most common diseases that children are exposed to in their lives, due to the nature of the rapid changes that occur to them from the moment of birth until the age of two years, in terms of the atmosphere around them, the foods eaten and much more, and the mother suffers in a state of fear and anxiety over The child suffers from diarrhea, so we are keen to offer you the treatment of diarrhea in children.

What are the symptoms of diarrhea in children 

As for the symptoms of diarrhea in children accompanied by severe dehydration, they include: The

• child defecates more than ten times a day and the stool is watery.
• The general condition is poor and the child is in a state of insanity and may be unconscious and may have seizures.
• The skin loses its elasticity and remains flexed for 1-2 seconds after being pinched.
• Excessive thirst and dryness of the mucous membranes in the mouth, and the child may not be able to drink despite thirst.
• Weight: The child loses more than 10% of its weight.
• The temperature is high.
• Vomiting: The child vomits frequently.
• Eyes: sunken inward and dry.
• Urine: The child does not urinate for 6 hours or more and the urine is very little and dark in color.

Types of diarrhea

There are several types of diarrhea in children:

• Simple diarrhea: It is only the change in the number of times you go out to become liquid, without any accompanying symptoms.
• Acute diarrhea: It is a change in the color and consistency of the stool of the child with a high temperature, vomiting and nausea.
• Severe diarrhea: It is the presence of blood in the stool of the child with a high temperature, nausea, fatigue and extreme fatigue.

Newborns up to six months of age are protected by acquired immunity from the mother's placenta and are not exposed to any diarrhea problems.

But then when the child becomes of the age to eat which is the main source of diarrhea in terms of hygiene, the type and method of food becomes less immune than it was before, and the child becomes more susceptible to diarrhea.

Treatment of diarrhea in children in children

It is better to try home remedies instead of medicines, and here is a group of ways to treat diarrhea in children at home:

Rehydration solution:

Rehydration solution is one of the best home remedies for diarrhea in children and is easily available without a prescription.

And if you want to prepare it at home, this is done by boiling a liter of water and letting it cool, then add 6 teaspoons of sugar and half a teaspoon of salt and stir it well until it dissolves.

It is used by giving the child small doses at different times of the day to prevent dehydration and to replace lost fluids and salts.

Ginger: Ginger

is also an effective treatment for diarrhea. Mix a teaspoon of grated ginger, a pinch of cinnamon, a pinch of cumin with a teaspoon of honey, and give the mixture to the child 3 times a day.

Bananas:

thecauses body to lose a large proportion of potassium. Eat bananas, which also contain magnesium, iron, zinc, vitamin A and vitamin B6, all of which help provide energy for the child's body. 

Apples: Apples

contain a high percentage of pectin, which regulates the movement of the intestines of the child, and is also useful in providing the child's body with the energy it needs. If the child cannot eat the apple, it can be boiled in water and mashed until it becomes soft.

Coconut water:

In addition to the high nutritional value, coconut water helps to speed up the recovery of the child from diarrhea, and also contributes to the restoration of fluids lost due to diarrhea. It is preferable to give the child coconut water 2-3 times a day.

Rice water: Rice

water helps facilitate digestion and relieve diarrhea because it contains a high percentage of starch. 

The rice is soaked in warm water for 15-20 minutes, then filtered from the water and given to the child twice a day.

Yogurt:

Yogurt is used to promote healthy bacteria in the digestive system, and it is also rich in probiotics that promote the health of the digestive system in general, and the child can eat it without worry, because it is 100% natural.

Carrot juice:

After the child has diarrhea, he needs drinks rich in vitamins and minerals to maintain the body's energy.

Starchy foods:

If the child can eat, it is best to eat starchy foods such as potatoes because they help treat diarrhea in children.

Ways to prevent diarrhea in children

In fact, diarrhea in children cannot be prevented, but there are some preventive methods that help reduce the chances of infection, and among these tips we mention the following:

• Maintain personal hygiene for children and wash hands well after going to the bathroom and before eating .
• Keep surfaces and floors clean.
• Wash vegetables and fruits well before eating them.
• Refrain from drinking the water of lakes, springs, or places that contain non-potable water.
• Refrigerate meat and foods and do not leave them at room temperature for an extended period of time.
• Separate pet food from foods and dishes used by family members.
• Prevent children from eating exposed foods that are exposed to insects, especially summer common flies that can carry pathogens.