Are Antibiotics Overused in Our Children? Weighing the Risks and Benefits

Antibiotics are a cornerstone of modern medicine, effectively treating bacterial infections and saving countless lives. However, their overuse in children and teens can pose potential health risks. Let's explore the potential dangers of antibiotics for young people and why responsible use is crucial.

The Downside of Overuse for Kids / Teens

While antibiotics target harmful bacteria, they can also disrupt the delicate balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut microbiome. This disruption could possibly lead to:

• Increased risk of Antibiotic Resistance: This is when antibiotics are used too frequently, bacteria can develop mechanisms to resist their effects. When this happens, our bodies create "superbugs" that are always harder to treat with traditional antibiotics [National Institutes of Health (.gov), "Antibiotic Resistance" https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK513277/ ].
• Increased Digestive Issues: Antibiotics have been shown to wipe out good gut bacteria, leading to diarrhea, nausea, and stomach upset [Verywell Health, "Common and Serious Antibiotic Side Effects in Children" https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Antibiotic-Prescriptions-for-Children.aspx ].
• Potential Long-Term Health Effects: Research suggests a link between childhood antibiotic use and an increased risk of allergies, asthma, and even obesity [National Institutes of Health (.gov), "Antibiotic exposure and adverse long-term health outcomes in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis" https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35021114/ ].

The Importance of Responsible Use

Here's how we can ensure antibiotics are used appropriately for children and teens:

• Always Consult a doctor for diagnosis: Not all illnesses require antibiotics. Viral infections, such as the common cold, won't respond to antibiotics and can run their course on their own.
• Always Have Your Child/Teen Complete the prescribed course: Even if symptoms improve, it's crucial to finish the entire antibiotic course to ensure the infection is fully eradicated. Stopping early allows surviving bacteria to become resistant.
• Alternatives exist: In some cases, doctors may recommend alternative treatments depending on the illness.

The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) states: Antimicrobial resistance is an urgent global public health threat, killing at least 1.27 million people worldwide and associated with nearly 5 million deaths in 2019. In the U.S., more than 2.8 million antimicrobial-resistant infections occur each year. More than 35,000 people die as a result, according to CDC’s 2019 Antibiotic Resistance (AR) Threats Report . When Clostridioides difficile —a bacterium that is not typically resistant but can cause deadly diarrhea and is associated with antimicrobial use—is added to these, the U.S. toll of all the threats in the report exceeds 3 million infections and 48,000 deaths. Read full study here

By no means are we at LSV Vitamins saying do not take what your doctor prescribes, we are just saying that we have an alternative for those who cannot take Antibiotics, afraid one of the many side effects, or simply want to try an all-natural alternative. We have a large number of people (over 100,000) who take and have taken this at the first sign of a problem, and it works well. As always, consult your doctor.

Conclusion

Antibiotics are lifesavers, but responsible use is vital, especially for children and teens. By understanding the potential downsides and advocating for proper diagnosis and treatment, we can ensure these medications continue to be effective for generations to come.

By no means are we at Lifesource Vitamins saying do not take what your doctor prescribes, we are just saying that we have an alternative for those who cannot take Antibiotics, afraid one of the many side effects, or simply want to try an all-natural alternative. We have a large number of people (over 100,000) who take and have taken this at the first sign of a problem, and it works well. As always, consult your doctor.

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