ors good for loose motion - #12622
I am not really sure how to handle this situation I'm dealing with right now. My 9 year old son has had some pretty bad loose motion for the past couple of days. I have tried everything, but nothing seems to work. He hasn't eaten much and is just drinking water, plus he looks a bit lethargic. A friend suggested that ORS is good for loose motion, but I'm kinda confused about that. I mean, I thought we should avoid giving him sugary drinks, right? I read somewhere that ORS is good for loose motion because it helps with dehydration, but is it safe for kids? He's refusing to eat, and just wants to lie down all day, which is worrying me. I feel like I’m battling with this whole thing. Should I continue giving him ORS? Does it really help with loose motion or are there better options? I’ve heard mixed things. Some say rest and ORS is the key to recovery, yet others have suggested stricter diets? What do you all think? Is ORS really good for loose motion, or should I be looking for something else?
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