Many people don’t pay much attention to Cholera although it is a serious bacterial disease that usually causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. Initially people take it to be mild dehydration. Contaminated water is the main cause of the disease. In severe cases cholera can even lead to death to avoid this, immediate treatment is necessary. This can happen even if you were healthy before you caught it.
What Causes Cholera?
Vibrio cholerae is the reason behind cholera. These bacteria produce CTX which is a toxin that can result in deadly result. It binds to the intestinal walls and hinders the normal flow of sodium and chloride, when these bacteria get attached to small intestine the body starts secreting water in the large amount that leads to diarrhea and rapid loss of fluids and salts.
Easy, At home treatments
- Increase Fluid Intake
The very first step that should be taken to treat cholera is rehydrating the body by increasing the fluid intake. If the body loses excess water (possibly due to diarrhea) the condition may worsen. To avoid that drink lots of water to keep your body hydrated. Drink pure and clean water.
- Oral Rehydration Solution
Oral rehydration solution (ORS) can reduce the intensity of symptoms and speed up recovery. You can use ORS approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) that are readily available in the market.
- Probiotic Yogurt
Probiotic yogurt can cure cholera effectively as it has bacteria that enhances digestion and battles off cholera-causing factors. probiotic yogurt is good for boosting the immune system.
- Ginger
Ginger being an antibiotic herb fights infection and cures cholera. It also helps in fending off diarrhea & stomach cramps. Take a small piece of ginger and grate it finely, mix it with 1 teaspoon of honey. Consume the mixture to improve digestive process.
- Lemon
Lemon too is helpful in treating cholera due to its antibacterial properties. It can kill harmful bacteria in the intestines and digestive system that cause cholera. Mix the juice of a ½ lemon in a glass of water. Add a little honey and salt stir and drink at regular intervals.
