Comparison of Outcome of Lactose-Free Formula Milk with Yogurt in Children with Acute Diarrhea

Background: Diarrhea is one of the most common problems in Pakistan where Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has maximum prevalence i.e, 28% followed by Sindh (23%), Punjab (22%), and Baluchistan (12%). According to WHO every year 1.5 million children under 5 years, die just because diarrhea. Therefore, this study aimed look at effect lactose-free formula milk versus homemade plain yogurt with acute Methods: A randomized controlled trial was carried out on 60 age 4-24 months, 30 each group Department Pediatrics, Services Hospital Lahore. Group 1 given while 2. The duration resolution diarrhea noted hours data statistically analyzed using SPSS version 20. Practical Implication: practical implication comparing as a dietary intervention for involves several considerations. Firstly, severity should be evaluated determine appropriate intervention. Secondly, nutritional needs child taken into account. Thirdly, availability acceptance local context considered. Additionally, potential benefits drawbacks option, such content, ease digestion, probiotic properties yogurt, need assessed. It important consult healthcare professionals make an informed decision based specific circumstances promote optimal outcomes managing children. Results: Out children, 26 (43.33%) were male 34 (56.67%) female. In groups 2, mean (outcome) 43.9 ± 7.30 71.57 12.92 respectively. patients’ treatment showed significant difference outcome than 2 patients (P value= 0.00). However, gender found non-significant 0.48). females 43.6 7.5 70.6 8.4 males 44.3 8.6 73.1 9.1 milk. Conclusion: use better Keywords: Lactose-free milk,