Role of Bovine Colostrum in Treatment of Gastroenteritis in Infant and Children

Abstract

and children in developing and developed countries. Bovine Colostrum (BC) is a rich source of nutrients and biologically active molecules essential for several specific functions such as defensive action, the modulation of the immune response, and the growth and repair of several tissues. The components of colostrum might intervene in various pathogenesis phases of several diseases, thus contributing to an improvement of clinical symptoms. Aim of the study: The study aimed to determine the role of bovine colostrum in acute gastroenteritis treatment in infants and children. Subjects and Methods: In the current study, 100 infants and children were recruited. Participants were divided into two groups according to the treatment with/without BC. The effect of treatment on the motion of diarrhea, consistency of diarrhea, frequency of other symptoms, occurrence of dehydration, and need for hospitalization were observed for seven days. Results: The study revealed statistically significant differences between the two groups regarding the motion of diarrhea, improvement of vomiting, dehydration, and need for hospitalization (P<0.05) Conclusions: The early use of BC in children with acute gastroenteritis might decrease the duration of hospitalization, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, electrolyte disturbance, and associated complications.