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Suggest Treatment For Lack Of Appetite Post Recovering From Viral Fever

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Posted on Thu, 6 Oct 2016
Question: Hi Sir,
2 and half month back i got viral fever and later throat infection, cold. for these i was on antibiotics for almost 2 to 3 weeks.
For vit d deficiency im taking calcirol also for the last 5 weeks.
Because of long usage of antibiotics i got gastric problem. Now my symptoms are:
Stomach fullness, no appetite to eat, some times panic feeling, fatigue. If i take any antacid tablet, then after some time i feel comfortable. Also, some times i feel feverishness at evening times. All these symptoms exists for the last 2 months. I took endoscopy, biospy. it looks normal. I'm using Cintodac daily one in the morning and rivotril 0.5 in the night for the last 3 days now.
Still im not recovering, im feeling whether there any infection in the stomach.
My problem now is stomach full XXXXXXX no appetite, panic feeling and feverishness.
Do i need to go for any other specific tests ? (Ex: Tests for Lungs, small intestine etc. For any bacterial infections)
For the last more than 2.5 months, i'm not feeling 100% FIT.
Im really worried.
Please help.
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Answered by Dr. Tayyab Malik (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
kindly read detailed answer below

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thank you for posting query at HCM.

I read your medical history and understood your concern.
Your presentation does not point towards any severe disease.
However, lab results of following tests may aid in combating the stress.

Firstly, you may have the following examination:

Hydrogen Breath Test
Stool test for occult blood
Liver function Test
Blood Routine test ( CBC)

Secondly, for bloating:

- avoid going to bed soon after having lunch / dinner. Have you dinner at least 2 hours before going to bed
- mix few drops of lemon juice in warm water. Drink on empty stomach, early in the morning, to aid in bowel movement ( 3 to 5 days)

-OTC Simethicone tablets and probiotics maybe used to combat bloating.

-Chew food well and try not to talk/open mouth while chewing food as it causes more air to enters stomach and may lead to bloating.

-warm water intake as much as possible

- eat small meals (rich in fiber)

-eat plentiful "fresh oranges" and "pear "

- avoid COLD milk and AVOID junk food(NO burger , pizza) altogether.

- avoid beverages / alcohol/ soft drinks

Any further questions are most welcome.
Hope to answer your concern.

Wish you good and sound health.

Regards,
Dr Tayyab Malik
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Suggest Treatment For Lack Of Appetite Post Recovering From Viral Fever

Brief Answer: kindly read detailed answer below Detailed Answer: Hi. Thank you for posting query at HCM. I read your medical history and understood your concern. Your presentation does not point towards any severe disease. However, lab results of following tests may aid in combating the stress. Firstly, you may have the following examination: Hydrogen Breath Test Stool test for occult blood Liver function Test Blood Routine test ( CBC) Secondly, for bloating: - avoid going to bed soon after having lunch / dinner. Have you dinner at least 2 hours before going to bed - mix few drops of lemon juice in warm water. Drink on empty stomach, early in the morning, to aid in bowel movement ( 3 to 5 days) -OTC Simethicone tablets and probiotics maybe used to combat bloating. -Chew food well and try not to talk/open mouth while chewing food as it causes more air to enters stomach and may lead to bloating. -warm water intake as much as possible - eat small meals (rich in fiber) -eat plentiful "fresh oranges" and "pear " - avoid COLD milk and AVOID junk food(NO burger , pizza) altogether. - avoid beverages / alcohol/ soft drinks Any further questions are most welcome. Hope to answer your concern. Wish you good and sound health. Regards, Dr Tayyab Malik