Treating Diarrhea In Children At Home

​Usually, a child suffers from diarrhea after the onset of an upper respiratory tract infection. Diarrhea is a short-term condition that may stop even without medication. Home remedies can help relieve the signs and symptoms of diarrhea in children. 

​Guidelines For Drinking Fluids
During the episode of diarrhea, a child can survive without eating solid food, but not without fluids. The body must replenish the loss of fluids due to the increased frequency of stools. In fact, a diet of liquids only is ideal if the kid is experiencing frequent stools.

Drinking plain water will not help replace the lost minerals of the body. Oral rehydration drinks contain carbohydrates, salts, and fluid that can treat dehydration due to diarrhea. 

For older kids, cola drinks, sports drinks, decaffeinated tea, lemon juice, mustard water, black tea, chamomile tea, fruit-flavored gelatin that is diluted, and apple juice, besides the oral rehydration mix, are also helpful.

You can introduce soft, solid foods again if diarrhea is starting to reduce its frequency. Gradually, the child can return to his normal diet.

Guidelines For Sipping
If the child is putting up a struggle when drinking, you can encourage sipping small amounts of fluids. 

• Infants. 1 1/2 cups every 6 hours.
• Preschoolers. 3 cups every 6 hours.
• Elementaries. 4 cups every 6 hours.

When To the BRAT Diet
Begin the BRAT (banana, rice, applesauce, and toast) eating pattern if the frequency of diarrhea happens every four hours. These foods can make the recovery process faster. 

Do not offer fatty foods yet to your kid for at least a week. Fats may only be left undigested, which can lead to a terrible-smelling stool. 

Pay Attention To The Sensitive Areas
A baby or toddler that develops diarrhea is prone to have skin irritation as well. Apply petroleum jelly or zinc oxide paste to the diaper area. Wash the bottom area of the child with water and mild soap every time you change diaper. Do it often all throughout the day. 

When To Call The Doctor
If the signs and symptoms of diarrhea is getting worse, or the medication and remedies are not working within 24 hours, it is better to call your doctor immediately. A s

Conclusion
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