Subject(s)
Niridazole/administration & dosage , Schistosomiasis/drug therapy , Trichlorfon/administration & dosage , Adolescent , Child , Child, Preschool , Clinical Trials as Topic , Drug Therapy, Combination , Humans , Malawi , Niridazole/therapeutic use , Schistosoma haematobium , Trichlorfon/therapeutic useABSTRACT
PIP: General treatment for diarrhea, including infantile and cholera-related diarrhea, is discussed. Prompt and complete replacement of water and electrolytes lost through diarrhea must be the aim of all treatment. To do this, a solution of electrolytes and glucose is given either orally or intravenously, depending on the severity of the diarrhea-caused dehydration. To avoid misdiagnosis, a brief physical examination and history must be taken beforehand. Symptoms useful in distingushing mild from severe dehydration are listed. Severe dehydration includes extreme weakness, even unconsciousness in children, a weak and fast pulse, sunken eyes, and cool skin. Intravenous treatment should be started at once in such cases. Method of administration and dosage quantities for different weights of patient are given. The necessary ingredients for oral rehydration therapy should be available at all treatment centers, including rural dispensaries. Rehydration treatment should be continued until diarrhea stops. A normal diet should also be continued if possible.^ieng
