Release Date: 2024-06-17

Herbal Treatment of Diarrhea in Children

Sefika Aldas (Author)

Release Date: 2024-06-17

Diarrhea is a prevalent digestive disorder in children, characterized by frequent, watery stools. It can be acute or chronic, with various causes including infections, food poisoning, medication side effects, food intolerances, and digestive system diseases. While conventional treatments focus on hydration and medications, herbal therapies offer an alternative approach. This chapter explores the potential of [...]

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    First Page155
    Last Page167
    DOIhttps://doi.org/10.69860/nobel.9786053359418.12
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    Diarrhea is a prevalent digestive disorder in children, characterized by frequent, watery stools. It can be acute or chronic, with various causes including infections, food poisoning, medication side effects, food intolerances, and digestive system diseases. While conventional treatments focus on hydration and medications, herbal therapies offer an alternative approach. This chapter explores the potential of herbal treatments for managing diarrhea in children, highlighting the therapeutic properties of plants such as ginger, peppermint, chamomile, raspberry leaf, and licorice root. The efficacy of these herbs is attributed to their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antispasmodic properties. However, the use of herbal treatments must be approached with caution, especially in children, due to potential side effects and interactions with other medications. This chapter emphasizes the importance of consulting healthcare professionals before starting any herbal therapy. The correct and conscious application of herbal treatments can support the management of diarrhea in children, promoting their overall health and well-being.

    Sefika Aldas (Author)
    Specialist Doctor, Mersin City Training and Research Hospital
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1635-1599
    3Dr. Sefika Aldas is a highly respected pediatrician who has specialized in Pediatrics for over two decades. Throughout her career, she has published research articles, oral and poster presentations and reviews and has been actively involved in various research projects. He has held important academic positions at Mersin City and Training and Research Hospital and has worked in close collaboration with different departments of the hospital. Dr. Aldas has extensive experience in various hospitals and is currently working as a pediatric specialist at Mersin City and Training Research Hospital.

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