What Are The Precautions To Be Taken Care For Gastroenteritis?
Following advice for your gastroenteritis...
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Hi XXXXXXX
I am sorry for the bad situation you and your mom are going through.
Gastroenteritis is an infective condition caused by possible:
- common virus
- pathologic bacteria
So, the very first thing is to keep a good hygiene as it can be transmitted to other family members. Bacterial co-infections are common if virus is the cause to gastroenteritis.
I advise to:
- drink plenty of water with ORS that will help prevent dehydration
- take tasectan or pepto bismol for diarrhea
- use probiotics to optimize intestinal flora
- take antacids
- have light meals: yogurt, chicken soups, etc.
- take vitamin C supplementation to boost immunity
If the symptoms will persist, should consult with your doctor for further evaluation as you might need prescription medicines.
Wish fast recovery to both of you!
Dr.Klerida
Should seek immediate medical attention both
Detailed Answer:
Hi back dear XXXXXXX
You are reporting to be suffering both of you since 3 weeks now. That is too long. So, I highly advise to go to ER and get further evaluations there:
- urine analysis
- complete blood count
- stool examination for ova/parasites
- culture of your feces
- abdominal ultrasound
We need to have these data before deciding for best treatment.
Boiled water with lemon is great choice to drink. Boiled rice (I usually advise rice soup with little squeezed lemon) can also help.
Once again, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible as 3 weeks is too long to have such problems.
Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Klerida
Wish fast recovery for both of you...
Detailed Answer:
Hi back XXXXXXX
Hope you and your Mom are having the adequate medical attention you deserve to overcome the current gastroenteritis problems.
Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Klerida
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