Problems and Remedies

Dehydration occurs because there is too much water lost, not enough water taken in, or most often a combination of the two. Diarrhea : In Diarrhea a person loses body water speedily. A significant amount of water can be lost with each bowel movement. Vomiting : Vomiting may result loss of fluid comparatively it is difficult for patient to replace water by drinking it. Sweat : This can also be a cause of dehydration because of warm environment, intense exercising in a hot environment, or because of fever. As a result, the body uses a significant amount of water in the form of sweat to cool itself. Diabetes : In people having higher blood sugar levels cause sugar to spill into the urine and water then follows. In this way, significant dehydration may occur. Burns : People who have burns may easily dehydrated because the body water seeps into the damaged skin. Inability to drink or digest fluids : The inability to drink and digest fluids adequately is one of the major c...

Prevention There's no effective treatment for gastroenteritis, so prevention is key. In addition to avoiding food and water that may be contaminated, thorough and frequent hand washing is your best defense. Many children can develop mild and temporary lactose intolerance. Try to change diet first after consultation with a paediatrician. There is no specific diet that is recommended for diarrhea, but children usually tolerate bland foods better. Bulking agents, like starches, fresh fruits, and vegetables help create more solid stool. Fruit juices can loosen stool. Diarrhea caused by antibiotics may be reduced by giving the child yogurt with live active cultures (look for a statement on the label). If the diarrhea persists, contact your health care provider to discuss changing or stopping the antibiotic. Do not stop antibiotic treatment without checking with your child's doctor.

Treatment She was treated for twenty days with the following medicines Antibiotics ( Entamizole syrup continuously for ten days, Amikacin injection - one time, which was later changed to Fortum Fortum ceftazidime pentahydrate injection - 4-times in two days Gravinate Syrup (Dimenhydrinate) for two weeks and one time injection resulted minor relief Zinc Sulphate monohydrate was given continuously ORS was given continuously Formula Milk having lactose contents After two week lactose free forumula was suggested She was taken to the nearest doctor for almost two weeks without some temporary relief for one day where she was treated with antibiotics Gravinate injection Entamizole, and Zincat in Syrup form. She was not dehydrated as she was continuously given ORS one-two ounces after every hour along with breastfeeding and formula milk. Mostly feeding your baby or child as usual is a good practice. Most children can replenish nutrients lost through di...

Signs and symptoms Gastroenteritis is called stomach flue bit it is not exactly same as influenza. Flu (influenza) affects your respiratory system, nose, throat and lungs. Gastroenteritis affects your intestines, causing signs and symptoms such as: Watery, usually non-bloody diarrhea. Bloody diarrhea indicates serious condition. Nausea, vomiting or both. Abdominal cramps and pain. Low-grade fever. You're not able to keep liquids down for 24 hours. You've been vomiting for more than two days. You're vomiting blood. Dehydrated. Signs of dehydration include excessive thirst, dry mouth, deep yellow urine or little or no urine, and severe weakness, dizziness or lightheadedness. Blood in bowel movements. Fever above 101 F. Hasn't had a wet diaper in three hours Has bloody stools or severe diarrhea Has a sunken fontanel (the soft spot on the top of a baby's head) Has a dry mouth or cries without tears Is unusually sleepy, drowsy or unresponsive Signs and symptoms...

Gastroenteritis, or "gastro" in short form, is a common infection of stomach and bowel that is usually associated with vomiting and diarrhoea. In most cases it runs its own course over several days. However, it can be a serious condition if the fluid loss is severe enough to cause dehydration; this is more likely to occur in the elderly and the very young. Mostly gastroenteritis is due to viral infections. Around half of the cases caused by rotavirus. Although some other bacteria like Campylobacter may cause gatroenteritis. Cause of Gastroenteritis In most cases the precise infective agent is not identified. It is only when symptoms are persisting that stools are sent for microscopy and culture in the laboratory. Symptoms The main symptoms of are vomiting, diarrhoea and cramping abdominal pain. Sometimes a fever will also be present. In more severe cases, signs of dehydration may appear; a young child may look floppy and pale and the urine output may be reduced. These s...

For more informatin visit Dehydration in Children Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment on eMedicineHealth.com : Dehydration in Children * Dehydration in Children Overview * Causes of Dehydration in Children * Symptoms of Dehydration in Children * When to Seek Medical Care * Exams and Tests * Dehydration in Children Treatment o Self-Care at Home o Medical Treatment * Next Steps * Follow-up * Prevention * Outlook * Synonyms and Keywords * Authors and Editors Dehydration in Children Overview Dehydration means that a child's body lacks enough fluid. Dehydration can result from not drinking, vomiting, diarrhea, or any combination of these conditions. Rarely, sweating too much or urinating too much can cause dehydration . Infants and small children are much more likely to become dehydrated than older children or adults, because they can lose relatively more fluid quickly."

Symptoms of Dehydration : Symptoms of Childhood Illnesses Sunken Fontanelle Sunken Eyes and Cheeks Few or No Tears Decreased Skin Turgor Dry Mouth and Tongue Sunken Abdomen

Diarrhea and vomiting Recently I experienced Diarrhoea in my four months old daughter. She started vomiting and water bowels. She was diagnosed gastroenteritis because she have been in contact with someone who has already infected or contaminated food or water. She had been miserable for two weeks or more. For adults it is not serious but for infants, older adults and people with compromised immune systems, gastroenteritis can be deadly.