Women
Checking Diarrhea In Children
Diarrhea is a leading cause of illness and death among
children in developing countries, where an estimated 1.3 thousand million
episodes and 4 million deaths occur each year in children under the age of 5.
Diarrhea, according to world Health Organization (WHO) is
the frequent passage of watery stool in a 24 hours period, which is considered
abhormal. Although diarrhea disease affects adults and children, it is usually
less harmful to adults than to children. It can also affect a country’s economy
by reducing the health of its workforce. Fortunately, simple and effective
treatment measures are available that mothers can use for their children which
will reduce death rate in diarrhea, and make hospitalization unnecessary in
most cases, while preventing the adverse effect of diarrhea on nutritional
status?
In cold climates (cold region), bacterial diarrheas occur
more frequently during the warm season,
whereas viral diarrhea particularly disease caused by rotavirus, is at peak
during the winter, while in tropical climates (hot region), rotavirus diarrhea
occurs throughout the year, increasing infrequency during the driver, cool
months, where as bacterial diarrheas peak during warmer, rainy season.
The micro-organisms that cause diarrhea are; viruses –
Rotavirus (The commonest), Norwalth agents, enteric adenoviruses (rarely), this
viruses – replicate (multiply) within the villous epithelium of the small
intestine (bowel) causing patchy epithelical cell destruction and villous
shortening leading to inadequate absorption of water and electrltyes, and loss
of disaccharidase enzymes leading to reduced absorption of dietrry
disaccharides, especially lactose.
Bacteria – Escherichia coli (the commonest), shigella,
vibrio cholera, campylobacter jejuni, cryptosporidium.
In bacteria, instestinal mucosal adhesion thereby reducing
its absorptive capacity or cause fluid secretion. Toxins produced by these
bacteria damage the epithelial cell (loss of function) thereby causing
secretion of water and electrolytes into the intentine.
Intestional mucosal invasion – this cases bloody diarrhea by
invading and destroying intestional mucosal epithelial (lining) cells mostly in
the colon and the distal part of the ileum.
Protozoa – Giardia Lamblia, Entamoeba histolytics, isospora
belli. This is intestinal mucosal adhesion and invasion.
Mothers are advised to be more careful with their children
as they are more tender. It should be taken into consideration that the behaviors
that increases the risk of diarrhea especially in children are; failing to
breast-feed exclusively (only breast milk) for the 1st 4-6 months of the baby’s
life.
Using infant feeding bottles, storing cooked for at room
temperature, drinking water that is contaminated with faucal bacteria, failing
to wash hands after defecation before handling the child’s food, poor hygiene,
malnutrition, measles, immunodeficiency or immunosuppression (reduced)
This disease can be treated immunity at home by mothers, this
treatment is an essential part of the correct management of acute diarrhoeal
diseases. It begins at home and children seen at a health facility will usually
continue to have diarrhea after returning home.
Children must first receive proper treatment at home if
dehydration and nutitional damage are to be prevented. Mothers who understand
home treatment should begin it before seeking medical care. The 3 basic hoe
theraphy,give the child more fluids (water) than usual, to prevent dyhydration.
Fluids to give are salt sugar solution, fresh fruit juices diluted with an
equal amount of clean water, garri water, green coconut water and plain water.
Although breast milk is considered a food, it is also an important home fluid
and should be given freely.
Note that sweetened drinks such as sweet teas, soft drinks
and commercial fruit drinks should be avoided also fluids with purgative action
and stimulants such as coffee should be avoided.
Many children refuse to eat but need to be forced or applied
to eat.
Take the child to a health facility if the diarrhea does not
get better after home therapy.
Its with the knowledge of all this that mothers are advised
to be extremely careful when handling their babies, as this disease may be seen
as little but takes the lives of children who are not properly treated at a
early stage. Babies, especially those who can’t talk can explain to their
mothers how they feel inside. It is now the duty of the mum to be watchful as
to detate the changes in the baby’s body and give accurate information’s to
health workers while seeking professional assistant.
Osamende is of RSUST ,
Port Harcourt.
Osamende Stephanie Ogunrobo
IVY-K Fashion by Igiebor Daddy Lucky, a Nigerian-born designer now based in the UK, has launched the latest menswear line, Dapper Man.
One of the collection’s strengths is its classic, clean aesthetic. Dapper Man delivers sharp, structured suits in a timeless black and white color scheme that exudes a sense of luxury and professionalism. The use of high-quality fabrics like wool and silk ensures that the suits not only look high-end but also feel luxurious to the wearer. The designer’s focus on detail is evident in the meticulous tailoring, with fitted blazers and crisp trousers forming the foundation of the collection.
Where IVY-K Fashion shines is in the subtle yet elegant touches. The inclusion of beads as embellishments on lapels and cuffs adds a unique flair, blending traditional craft with modern tailoring. This nod to African heritage gives the collection a distinct identity, offering something more personal and culturally significant than your standard menswear line.
However, despite the elegance of the Dapper Man collection, there is a lingering sense of missed opportunity. The black-and-white color palette, while classic, feels overly safe. In a fashion landscape where bold colors and daring patterns often make the strongest impact, the collection could benefit from incorporating more vibrant hues or experimenting with unconventional fabrics. Pushing the envelope with color or texture could elevate these designs from simply elegant to truly memorable.
In addition, while the tailoring of the blazers and trousers is immaculate, the collection lacks a sense of playfulness or modern edge that many contemporary menswear lines are embracing. The suits are undoubtedly stylish, but the collection as a whole leans heavily on tradition. Experimenting with asymmetrical cuts, bold patterns, or even layering could add an exciting dimension to Dapper Man. The challenge is to maintain the sleek sophistication of the collection while infusing it with a fresh, innovative spirit.
Another area that could use improvement is the overall cohesion of the collection. While the suits are well-crafted, there is a feeling of repetition across the pieces. More variation in design, such as different lapel styles, pocket configurations, or even bolder accessories, would give the collection greater diversity and visual interest.
In conclusion, Dapper Man by Igiebor Daddy Lucky showcases the designer’s strong grasp of classic tailoring and elegant design, but to truly capture the attention of a broader audience, IVY-K Fashion would benefit from more daring choices. By infusing the collection with bold colors, unexpected textures, and a more modern edge, Dapper Man could move from a well-crafted line to a trendsetting force in men’s fashion. With such a solid foundation, there’s no doubt that Igiebor Daddy Lucky has the potential to lead his brand toward greater heights
The trend of indecent dressing all in the name of fashion is fast becoming a norm in our generation and society at large. Most married women embrace this fashion as competition with single ladies.
Different scholars have given an in depth insight about dressing as a tool of communication. Non-verbal communication has been asserted as the communication between people by the means of signs or symbols. It conveys what we wish to disseminate to the public as either intentionally or not.
According to Paul Ekman and Michael Argyle, communication is carried out through what has been classified as “Presentational Code”. He listed nine codes of non-verbal communication, as body contact, facial expression, gestures, postures, eye movement, proximity, orientation, head nods and appearance.
This, being stated, married and single ladies should understand that their mode of dressing is communicative be it directly or indirectly as such body parts we call “private” are now being made public because of the trends or wearing of transparent dresses and this in turn calls on the attention of men who are weak and prone to illicit thoughts thus, resulting to most rape cases in our society.
This indecent dressing by most ladies has denied many their future husbands. The truth is that a man is attracted to his kind; his desires in marriage. It is often asserted that decency and beauty are in the eyes of the beholder, yet, in trending times of this 21st century, dress code and fashion in nudity form is gaining popularity.
This has become complicated as most men tend to toggle between their emotions (lust) and sanity (rationality) in terms of marriage, thereby setting a wrong foundation upon which most marriages are consummated.
On the other hand, most married women have embraced the trend of indecent dressing nipping it on the state of it being the choice dressing, approved by their spouses, leaving society with the question of what “responsible” man would prefer that the secrecy of the benefit of his marital vow has become the centre of attraction and viewership by the general public.
Hence, communicating with their dressing gas given licence to every male gender who is interested or attracted to what they see to make unsolicited sexual passes at them, which might be considered embarrassing.
At this juncture, it is important to state that ladies should dress decently knowing that they are the epitome of nation-building, they are nation-builders, character moulders and pacesetters not just in the lives of their families but to the society at large.
In most occasions, there are no clear border lines between the married women and the single ladies because of the rate of scanty dressing which has close the gap of differences.
Women and girls should embrace this call awakening to decent mode of dressing. Dresses that are meant to be worn indoors should remain indoors.
It is worrisome to see ladies wear shorts that are supposed to be worn in the living room on the streets without shame. This is an awakening call to our ladies, married and singles that the opposite sex do not expose their private body parts for the public. Sometimes, the ladies go about in the streets without wearing brazziers as to showcase their nipples.
The society should be sanitised of the menace of indecent dressing that is lurking and taking over the entire nooks and crannies of the society and the nation at large.
Let it be known that he or she is addressed in the manner he or she is dressed. There may be no room for a second impression. To the single ladies, your dressing decently will not stop you from meeting your Mr Right rather, it will increase your stake and place you on the list of most valued women in the society.
Dressing speaks louder than words.
Kate Chisom Isiocha
Isiocha is an OND final year student of Temple Gate Polytechnic.
