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Home Remedies For Diarrhea In Kids
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Home remedies for amoebic dysentery in toddlers..?
Papaya seeds but...: Papaya seeds have been found to be surprisingly effective for many parasites, including amoeba.You can try 1 tsp of ground papaya seeds in a smoothie once a week for 3 weeks.But amoebiasis can be serious & hard to eradicate.I don't know if papaya seeds treat the cyst form, so consider pharmaceuticals, though the best for amoeba, timdamax, is not advised for toddlers.Please retest to see if it worked! ...Read more
Loose Stools (Definition)
Loose stools is a symptom in which a person's stool (poop) does not hold its shape after it goes into the toilet. Instead of remaining a shaped piece of poop, the poop spreads out in the toilet bowl water. Very loose stool is called diarrhea. Loose stool can be caused by infections, certain foods or drinks, ...Read more
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Are their any helpful home remedies for pink-eye in a child?
Relief, not cure: Most pink eye in childhood and infancy is due to viral conjunctivitis. You can relieve the symptoms with warm soaks and bland eyedrops to clear out secretions. Sometimes there is bacterial infection - look for swelling, pus, crusting. If these are present see your ophthalmologist. Home remedies can relieve symptoms but not cure the problem. ...Read more
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Oare there any home remedies for diarrhea for a 2 month old?
NO: If your baby is having more than 5 stools a day, not making wet diapers or difficulty with feeding or vomiting, please take him/her to the doctor. Young infants are especially vulnerable for dehydration. Please do not use any home remedies or over the counter medications. ...Read more
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What are the home remedies for pneumonia in children?
Simply said: Full bedrest , plenty of fluids, eat healthy meals and follow advice of physician and take all prescribed medications as directed. Do not miss your follow up appointment! ...Read more
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Congested chest&sticky phlegm in throat, best home remedies to bring quick relief? For adults? For children?
Lots of fluids!: Extra fluids may help. Make your own cough medicine by using 1 part tea, 1part honey, and l part lemon juice. An "expectorant" is an over-the-counter medication which may help to liquify mucous secretions and make them easier to cough up. Don't give honey to babies under one year old. And it goes without saying that a non-smoking environment will be helpful to everyone. Good luck. Lgromkomd. ...Read more
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Are there any good home remedies for a toddlers ear infection?
Otitis media : There are old gramma recipes of scotch and warming ear. The best is antibiotics and some type antihistamine anti allergy med to reduce ear tube swelling ...Read more
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What are some good home remedies for a common cold in a child 6-7 years old?
Clear passages: Remedies should aim to help clear mucus. Humidified air to breathe at night, saline nasal washes, a steamy bathroom, and good nose blowing will all help. Avoid otc cold remedies - they can just cause over-drying of the inside of the nose and throat, and irritability. ...Read more
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Are there any good home remedies for strep throat in my teen?
Absolutely Not: Untreated strep throat in rare cases can cause serious complications. These include rheumatic heart disease which generally is permanent damage. There is a window of a week or so where treatment with appropriate antibiotics will prevent this problem. See your doctor for proper diagnosis. ...Read more
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What are some natural remedies for UTI in toddler?
UTI needs antibiotic: UTI implies there is a bacterial infection in the bladder and runs a risk for further extension to the kidneys and blood stream if not properly treated. This is important. Your daughter needs her urine cultured to identify which bacteria and what it is sensitive to for proper treatment. Her doctor will start an antibiotic while awaiting cultures and change it if the infection is resistant. ...Read more
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Are there any natural remedies to treat giardia and entameoba in a 5 yr old child?
No: If your child is having sypmtoms from giardia and entamoeba your doctor is likely to recommend taking an oral antibiotic. Untreated, they can progress to severe painful, bloody diarrhea. However, if your child has absolutely no symptoms you can discuss the possibility of not treating and watching closely. No natural, herbal, or cleansing remedies have been shown to work in scientifc studies. ...Read more
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Home remedies for IBS and spadtic colon?
None: Check with your GI doctor instead.
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Can you suggest any natural home remedies to treat giardia in a recently adopted 5 yo child?
No: There are no known natural remedies for giardia infestation that cure the infection.Using macrobiotics may help the symptoms. ...Read more
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Any remedies for giardia infections I can try at home?
More info needed: How do you know you have giardia?. Any tests. Lots of diseases cause cramping and diarrhea. ...Read more
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Are there any effective home remedies for nausea and diarrhea?
Patience: Many things have been tried but patience and time cure most upset stomaches. Ginger, anise and other herbs were originally reported to help but careful studies show they aren't any better than time. If you have fevers, bloody poop, severe cramps, dehydration or symptoms longer than a week you should contact your doctor. ...Read more
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What are some home remedies for a yeast infect for a toddler?
CANDIDIASIS: Depending on location and infection like scalp, mouth , skin , etc. It is best seen by md. ...Read more
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Home remedy for constipation in an 8 month old baby?
Diet modification: Reduce milk and milk products and increase fiber in diet such as fruits vegetables, and complex cereals. ...Read more
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Can you suggest some herbal or home remedies for a recurring cough for my 3 yr old child?
Why is he coughing: The fact that he has a recurrent cough is somewhat bothersome. The best medicine is always finding the cause. If your child just has a plain cold with a cough, there are some cough medicines that are a bit more "natural" if you will. Youay want to try zarbee's all natural cough syrup. Be aware it is not recommended for kids under a year old. ...Read more
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Can you suggest some home remedies for nausea and diarrhea?
Liquids/Brat/ Ginger: A simple way to reduce nausea & sometimes cramping is with ginger. You can drink slightly flattened ginger ale or nibble on crystallized ginger. Or pour boiling water over freshly sliced organic ginger & steep x 5 min in a covered pot. Sip. If stools are very liquidy you might need a clear liquid diet for a day or so before transitioning to brat diet. ...Read more
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Any good over-the-counter remedies for a child aged 13 years with diarrhea?
Clear liquids: At the onset of diarrhea you may just want to increases his fluids. Most often diarrhea is caused by some viral illness. When keeping sufficient fluids down you can offer bland foods. Most diarrhea does not require medicines. If goes on for longer than expected see your doctor. ...Read more
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