6 important notes when caring for children with measles
(Baonghean.vn) - Measles is a contagious disease caused by a virus, which can easily become an epidemic and children are at high risk of contracting measles. There is currently no specific medicine for the disease, treatment is mainly to prevent secondary infections and complications... Below are important notes when caring for children with measles at home.
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Monitor the child's temperature daily; when the child shows signs of cough, runny nose, or stuffy nose, clean the respiratory tract with saline solution; do not use products of unknown origin; use chloramphenicol 0.1% eye drops about 3-4 times/day. |
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Feed your child light, liquid, easy to digest, and nutritious food. Breastfed babies need to breastfeed more to increase their resistance. Children who are on supplementary foods in addition to breast milk need to prioritize foods rich in protein and carotene to quickly recover their health; avoid malnutrition and complications from measles. |
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When having measles, children are susceptible to dehydration due to vomiting, diarrhea and frequent urination, so they need to be rehydrated by giving them plenty of water, about 6-8 glasses of water/day. Do not drink stimulating or carbonated drinks. |
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Maintain good personal hygiene to keep your baby's skin clean and dry, preventing bacterial infections; regularly change sheets, mattresses, and clothes to ensure hygiene for your baby. Keep your baby in a bright, airy room, away from drafts. |
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Caregivers must wash their hands frequently with antiseptic or soap… Clean areas where bacteria can spread. Disinfect floors, children’s toys, tools, and belongings of children with measles to avoid infecting themselves and others. |
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When children show unusual signs such as fever suddenly reappearing, fever not reducing after taking medicine, severe cough, difficulty breathing, vomiting, blurred vision, diarrhea... they should be taken immediately to a medical facility for timely examination and treatment. |