What is oral drip?: Decoding the Layman's Term for Oral Rehydration Therapy
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Although the term 'oral drip' is not a recognized medical term, it is a colloquial phrase most commonly used to describe Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT). Hailed by *The Lancet* as one of the most important medical advances of the 20th century, ORT is a simple, yet life-saving treatment for dehydration caused by diarrhea and other illnesses. It involves a specific solution of salts, sugars, and water administered by mouth to replace lost fluids and electrolytes.
