In Babies and more we have talked on several occasions about the need to vaccinate the baby to prevent childhood gastroenteritis, about new vaccines, etc., today we are going to treat the symptoms of childhood gastroenteritis and the treatments that are usually performed.
As a general rule, when a child suffers from gastroenteritis, he may have a fever and his stomach hurts, the frequency of his stool increases, these are usually more liquid and in some cases, although it is not usual, they may be accompanied by pus. Another symptom is vomiting, which is usually habitual, expelling practically everything you eat. The treatment that is usually carried out is especially preventive, since the excess of vomiting and diarrhea can dehydrate the little one, hence through a solution composed of water and mineral salts, since they are usually lost due to excessive vomiting and diarrhea, whether One of the most used preventive treatments.
Gastroenteritis usually lasts about a week, but will always depend on the type and severity. If you suspect that your child may have gastroenteritis, do not hesitate to go to the pediatrician as quickly as possible, it is not advisable for you to determine the treatment to follow. The doctor will advise you on the most recommended diet and how to act.
Remember that this disease is infectious and is also contagious, so you have to be extremely hygienic.
