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Suggest Treatment For Constant Loose Stools In A Child
sir, my son age 2 years weight 20kg is having loose motion from last 9 days yesterday again i consulted pediatrition he has given Zincolife 5ml BD, matrinidazole 2.5ml 3 times, econorm powder 1/2 sachet twice. Please suggest what i have to do more for my son he becomes very week.
Wed, 27 Jan 2016
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Most cases of acute diarrhea are due to viral infection but based on the medication seen, his doctor suspects that it may be due to a bacterial infection.
The use of the probiotics (econorm) is helpful and would shorten the course.
Preventing dehydration is very important. He needs to be given enough fluids and electrolytes to make up for what he is losing. Pedialyte or a similar agent would be helpful.
In adequate fluids may be contributing to his weakness.
I hope this helps
Most cases of acute diarrhea are due to viral infection but based on the medication seen, his doctor suspects that it may be due to a bacterial infection.
The use of the probiotics (econorm) is helpful and would shorten the course.
Preventing dehydration is very important. He needs to be given enough fluids and electrolytes to make up for what he is losing. Pedialyte or a similar agent would be helpful.
In adequate fluids may be contributing to his weakness.
I hope this helps
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