Nausea is a common symptom during childhood, and occurs with many illnesses. Sometimes it occurs alone, at other times it is accompanied by vomiting. Nausea is rarely an indication of serious illness — it is most commonly seen in simple viral illnesses.
Nausea is best treated with simple measures, such as avoiding fatty foods or heavy meals, and encouraging the intake of frequent small quantities of fluids and bland foods.
Medicines and injections to prevent nausea should never be used in young children. They are rarely effective and can have very unpleasant neurological side effects.
As parents, it is our role and responsibility to care for and nurture our children. Children are especially vulnerable during times of illness, and in constant need of our support and reassurance at such times. Knowing that you care for him and that you are there to help him through the rough patch goes a long way towards putting your child back on the road to recovery.
We do not believe that medications alone are the answer to illness; TLC (tender loving care) also plays a vital role. A child who is given the attention he deserves while he is ill will have a better chance of a quick and complete recovery. As to whether or not chicken soup is effective in the treatment of illness, well… it can’t hurt! It is undoubtedly the love and devotion stirred into the pot that do the trick.
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