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    Nov 24, 2013, 07:15 AM
    Diarrhea in a 5 yr old
    My 5 yr old son has had diarrhea since Thursday, is there anything over the counter I can give him today until I can take him to the dr tomorrow? What foods are best not to irritate his colon further?
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    Nov 25, 2013, 08:21 AM
    The important thing is to keep him hydrated. My mom would always give me ginger ale and thin soup when my belly wasn't feeling well. Digestive cookies too.
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    Nov 25, 2013, 09:35 AM
    I agree with Craven -- chicken broth and saltines plus flattened (stirred until bubbles are gone) Coca-Cola or ginger ale. And always a glass of fresh water nearby.
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    Nov 25, 2013, 09:43 AM
    BRAT: It gives the tummy time to relax and not to produce too much stool.

    Bananas
    Rice
    Applesauce
    Toast

    The diarrhea will cause dehydration, so make sure to have water or gatorade.
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