PROBIOTICS FOR ACUTE GASTROENTERITIS – PHYSICIAN’S THINKING AND DECISION
Keywords:
probiotic, acute gastroenteritis, preventionAbstract
Introduction: In the last two decades, a large number of studies on probiotics for gastrointestinal disorders has been published. Probiotics are bacterial microorganisms that can have a benefit on human health if properly used. So far, the most commonly used strains of probiotics are Lactobacillus rhamnosus (LGG), and Bifidobacterium brevis. The aim of the article was to discusss the effectiveness of LGG probiotic culture in the prevention and treatment of acute gastroenteritis. Material and methods: The survey was conducted with an anonymous closed-type questionnaire, which involved 382 pediatric specialists. Results: The survey results showed that paediatricians considered Bebicol forte as very effective in treatment and prevention of acute gastroenteritis.
Conclusion:Modern approach in treatment of children with acute gastroenteritis should have been consisted of probiotic strains like LGG alongside with fluid and electrolytes.
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