William C. MacLean
Abstract
Acute diarrhea may have a profound effect on nutritional status worldwide. After rehydration, proper nutritional management can mitigate these effects. This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of continued feeding, emphasizing that breastfeeding should not be stopped during episodes of acute diarrhea.
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Acute diarrhea may have a profound effect on nutritional status worldwide. After rehydration, proper nutritional management can mitigate these effects. This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of continued feeding, emphasizing that breastfeeding should not be stopped during episodes of acute diarrhea.
Key concepts: Medicine, Acute diarrhea, Diarrhea, Breastfeeding, Intensive care medicine, Dietary management, Pediatrics, Internal medicine