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Children's Stool - Non-Children's Problem: Intestinal Dysbiosis

What could have poisoned him? I ate everything only fresh... - perhaps every mother has asked herself this question more than once. Periodic stool disorder in children is an extremely common phenomenon and not at all harmless. And one of the causes of indigestion is not food poisoning, but intestinal dysbiosis.

As a result of studies conducted in Novosibirsk on 2 thousand children with symptoms of unstable stool, increased gas formation and allergies, it was revealed that 90% of them had intestinal dysbiosis. Of this number, 60% of children were diagnosed with a serious form of dysbiosis with the presence of a large number of pathogenic bacteria.

Intestinal dysbiosis is characterized by a violation of the protective intestinal microflora and is manifested by symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea, gas, allergies and abdominal pain. Typically, the normal microflora of a child’s intestines consists mainly of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli, which protect the body from harmful microbes surrounding the child. However, the lack of the required amount of beneficial bacteria in the microflora leads to the proliferation of opportunistic and pathogenic flora, which causes not only digestive disorders, but also gastrointestinal diseases, allergies and other problems.

The lack of normal microflora also interferes with the full functioning of the child’s intestines and leads to insufficient absorption of nutrients, microelements and vitamins necessary for the health of the growing body. A contradiction arises: parents try to provide their child with complete and proper nutrition with plenty of fruits and vegetables, but at the same time the child often gets sick and looks unhealthy. Sometimes it can happen that after eating a fruit, a child develops an allergy. Instead of the expected health, the child suffers from an allergic rash. With dysbacteriosis, even expensive vitamin complexes do not give the desired effect.

Children with intestinal dysbiosis also have reduced immunity and often get sick. This is due to the fact that healthy intestinal microflora produces certain substances that stimulate the immune system and help fight infections. When dysbiosis disrupts the balance of microflora, the immune system weakens and the child becomes more susceptible to various infections.

To prevent and treat intestinal dysbiosis in children, the following measures can be taken:

1. Probiotics: Probiotics are live microorganisms that help restore normal intestinal microflora. They can be presented in the form of special preparations or food products, such as yogurt with live cultures of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. Probiotics help restore the balance of microorganisms in the intestines and strengthen the immune system.

2. Proper nutrition: The diet should be rich in dietary fiber, fruits, vegetables and prebiotics. Prebiotics are substances that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines. They are found in foods such as whole grains, onions, garlic, bananas and chicory. Meals should be balanced and contain all the necessary nutrients to maintain a healthy gut and immune system.

3. Avoid unnecessary use of antibiotics: Antibiotics can destroy not only pathogenic bacteria, but also beneficial intestinal microflora. Therefore, it is necessary to take antibiotics only as prescribed by a doctor and follow his recommendations.

4. Hygiene: Practicing good hygiene, such as regular hand washing, helps prevent infection by various harmful microorganisms that can cause dysbiosis.

It is important to note that if a child has symptoms of intestinal dysbiosis, it is necessary to consult a doctor. Only a doctor can make a diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment depending on the severity and nature of dysbiosis.

Remember, intestinal dysbiosis is a serious problem that requires attention and proper treatment. By following your doctor's recommendations and taking appropriate measures to strengthen your intestinal microflora, you will help your child regain health and strengthen the immune system.