
Stomach Cramps, Watery Diarrhea, Bloating, Lower Back Pain, Dizziness. Afraid Of Kidney Infection

Thanks for writing in.
The good news for you is that the diarrhea has stopped. Sometimes a gastrointestinal infection can leave behind some sequel like fatigue and GI upset even after the infection resolves. If you are thinking of a kidney infection a urine sample will rule that out. Since the diarrhea has stopped you don't need any antibiotics any more. Continue taking the probiotics. You can have a modified 'BRATY' diet - Banana, Rice, XXXXXXX sauce, black tea and Yogurt for a couple of weeks that can help with the GI upset. Drink plenty of fluids as well.
If you can collect a stool sample now, it can be analysed for C. diff toxin as well as any other pathogen.
With a little bit of rest and good nutrition you would be fine. The worse part of you GI episode has already passed.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help
Regards
Dr. Om Lakhani

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