Benefits Of ORS During Dengue

If you ever had dengue, you must have been advised to take plenty of fluids including water, ORS, coconut water and more. Do you know why?

About 50 million people suffer from dengue fever every year, making it a very common and highly widespread disease. It is a viral infection that spreads through mosquito bites (primarily through Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes). It may be asymptomatic or can have symptoms but in some cases it can even be fatal, if left untreated.

Dehydration is the most prevalent complication of dengue. Dengue can lead to reduced water content in the body and severe electrolyte imbalance which can even result in shock in patients. So increasing oral fluid intake is very necessary during dengue, specially a fluid to maintain electrolyte balance in the body. What do you think can best restore that balance in your body?

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ORS(Oral Rehydration Salt):

Oral rehydration salt is a cure for dehydration. It is a beverage made of water, electrolytes and sugar. The aim of oral rehydration salt is to replenish the fluid levels of the body which gets disturbed during dehydration due to diarrhea, vomiting, dengue or other conditions.

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How does ORS work for dengue?

ORS contains a balanced combination of glucose and electrolytes which enhances absorption of fluids in the body. In the gastrointestinal tract, glucose increases the absorption of fluids. Also, glucose is required for sodium to be properly absorbed. So ORS is a perfect combination of glucose and sodium replenishing the fluid levels in the body which gets depleted during dengue.

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What are the benefits of ORS?

• During dengue fever, people often lose large amounts of fluids due to fever, vomiting, and diarrhea. ORS can help to retain these lost fluids and restore the body's balance of electrolytes.
• ORS is a simple, affordable, and convenient way to treat dehydration. It is available in powder form, which can be mixed with water, or in pre-packaged sachets and can be administered orally.
• ORS has been extensively tested and is considered safe for use in people of all ages. It is a World Health Organization (WHO) recommended treatment for dehydration due to dengue fever and other causes.
• Dehydration can lead to serious complications in people with dengue fever, such as kidney failure, sepsis, and shock. ORS can help to prevent these complications by rehydrating the body and restoring electrolyte balance.

However, if you are facing severe dehydration, you might need fluids to opt for IV fluids injection, so contact your doctor in order to avoid further complications.

Stay hydrated and safe from dengue!

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