What Causes Stomach Upset Along With Loose Stools?

Posted on Wed, 29 Jul 2015

Question: Hi, I had symptoms of a cold that subsided that have been replaced with slight upset stomach and loose stools. I've also had some mild fatigue for the last two days. Could this all be caused by a virus?

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Likely to be due to viral infection

Detailed Answer:
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Dear Mr XXXXX

Upper respiratory tracty infection and cold is usually caused by virus. The infection is usually associated with other constitutional symptoms like generalizede fatigue, fever , lack of energy and sometimes with loose stools.

I would suggest you the following remedy which will be helpful

1. Ensure good intake of fluids: Drinking fresh fruit juice especially citrus fruits(rich source of Vitamin C , Vitamin C is very helpful in cold) will be helpful

2. Sip honey 1 spoon each time 3 to 4 times a day

3. probiotic syrup will be helpful for loose motion

4. Adequate rest and nutritional diet

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance will be glad to assist you.

Take care

Best regards
Dr Shobha Deepak

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar