
Until five months the baby has defenses that his mother gave him, but from this age should make theirs. Vaccines and disease will develop its immune system, gastroenteritis and will have an important role in this process. Therefore, diarrhoea caused by infections are more common in the first five years.
But why the concerns especially gastroenteritis? The reasons are that the digestive system is immature young child to defend themselves and, furthermore, this body is more vulnerable because it has two points of contact with the outside world: the mouth and anus. Outside swarm germs responsible for the most common infections, bacteria (colis, salmonella ...), viruses and parasites. And is that harmful microorganisms are housed in all places.
If we could observe a small device with a view to enabling these microscopic beings, which would not only live in the dirtiest places like stagnant water, grass or floor, but also in toys and ... even in our hands!
In babies, the infection is established easily through the hands of adults, especially those who are preparing their food. When more grandecito and takes all the mouth, the objects are the most important source of pathogens. Later, the consumption of contaminated water or vegetables will lead to the typical epidemics of gastroenteritis, and therefore to diarrhoea.
Is it possible to avoid them?
Hygiene is crucial in preventing diseases. But neither is having little to like in a bubble, since only through contact with germs develop defenses that will enable it to combat them.
In addition to the sudden nature of acute diarrhoea, gastroenteritis can cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, sore retortijones and belly. Lee may be liquid or paste, smelling acid and mucous, even blood and pus. Whenever these symptoms appear immediately consult with the doctor.