Cholera Plasters: No Medical Basis or Proven Efficacy
There is no recognized medical treatment for cholera involving plasters. Cholera is an acute secretory diarrhea caused by Vibrio cholerae enterotoxin.
Evidence-Based Treatment
- Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT): WHO ORS solution — lifesaving, replaces fluid/electrolytes
- IV fluids: Ringer's lactate for severe dehydration/shock
- Antibiotics: Doxycycline/azithromycin — reduce duration/volume
- Zinc: Adjunct in children
Plasters, poultices, or topical applications have no role. Delaying ORT for unproven remedies increases mortality risk.
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