Rehydration Solution: How to Combat Dehydration During Enteroviral Infections

The season of enteroviral and intestinal infections: And the main danger is dehydration! (Loss of water and electrolytes in the body)

Dehydration is one of the most serious threats in enteroviral and intestinal infections. The loss of water and electrolytes in the body can lead to circulatory disorders, insufficient oxygen supply to tissues, damage to neurons in the brain, impaired thermoregulation, and breathing.

The loss of only 15% of fluid from the baby's body weight can cause irreversible disorders. In such situations, it is important to give the child special pharmacy solutions, which contain the optimal amount of salts, providing the necessary osmolarity.

But what if pharmacy solutions are not available? In this case, you can resort to preparing the solution yourself. Here are three proven recipes:

1. Recipe according to WHO recommendations:

• 1 liter of water
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 6 teaspoons of sugar

2. Second recipe:

• 1 liter of water
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 8 teaspoons of sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda

3. Third recipe:

• Prepare compote with high osmolarity.

These recipes can be a lifesaver in a situation where there is no access to pharmacy rehydration solutions. It is important to remember that when preparing solutions, it is necessary to strictly observe the proportions to ensure optimal restoration of fluid and electrolytes in the body.

Reference:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9464461/