Persistent diarrhea in infants –
Correct Answer: 14 days
Description: Ans. is 'b' i.e., 14 days DIARRHEA IN CHILDRENDiarrhoea- It is the passage of liquid or watery stool more than three times a day, However it is the recent change in consistency of stools rather than the number of stools that is the more important feature.Persistent diarrhea- It is defined as diarrhoea of presumed infectious origin that begins acutely and lasts for 14 days or more (2-4 weeks).Chronic diarrhea- Diarrhea lasting >4 weeks.Dysentery- Characterized by the presence of blood and pus in the stools, abdominal cramps and fever.o In India, rotavirus and ETEC accounts for nearly half the total diarrheal episodes among children.
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