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Could Pale Stools, Low Appetite And Gas Indicate Food Poisoning?
My girlfriend and I both had pale bowel movements today. We have a loss of appetite, but no abdominal pain. We are healthy for the most part, we eat healthy and excercise regularly, and we are free of STDs. We both ate the same food yesterday and were wondering if food poisoning can be playing a role. We are in our mid 20s and neither one of us have ever had abnormal bowel movements. We are both gassier than normal today.
Thu, 1 Jun 2023
Hello,
Your girlfriend and you are suffering from pale stool, low appetite and gas. You ate the same food yesterday. Your symptoms can be indicative of food poisoning or gastroenteritis. Both of you are suggested to take antacids or PPIs, to get rid of acidity, gastritis, GERD.
Stay at rest and take sips of water and fluid throughout the day so that both of you are well hydrated. Avoid taking packaged, processed, oily fried, junk food for a couple of days. You can take home made fresh food. Take liver tonic to boost your appetite. Stay away from addictions, like smoking, taking alcohol, drugs etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
Your girlfriend and you are suffering from pale stool, low appetite and gas. You ate the same food yesterday. Your symptoms can be indicative of food poisoning or gastroenteritis. Both of you are suggested to take antacids or PPIs, to get rid of acidity, gastritis, GERD.
Stay at rest and take sips of water and fluid throughout the day so that both of you are well hydrated. Avoid taking packaged, processed, oily fried, junk food for a couple of days. You can take home made fresh food. Take liver tonic to boost your appetite. Stay away from addictions, like smoking, taking alcohol, drugs etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Hi,
Pale stools, along with low appetite and gas, could be signs of food poisoning, but they could also be caused by other conditions such as viral gastroenteritis or liver problems. It is important to determine the cause of these symptoms to receive proper treatment.
If you suspect that you have food poisoning, it is recommended to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and rest. Food poisoning symptoms get resolve on their own within days in most cases. However, if you experience severe symptoms such as high fever, severe abdominal pain, or bloody stools, you should seek medical attention immediately.
To determine if your symptoms are caused by food poisoning or another condition, it is important to speak with a healthcare provider. They may recommend stool tests or blood tests to identify the cause of your symptoms. It is also important to mention any recent travel or consumption of high-risk foods such as undercooked meats or raw eggs, as these can increase the risk of food poisoning.
In addition to seeking medical attention, it is important to practice good hygiene and food safety measures to prevent food poisoning. This includes washing hands before and after handling food, cooking food to the appropriate temperature, and properly storing and refrigerating food.
If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Pale stools, along with low appetite and gas, could be signs of food poisoning, but they could also be caused by other conditions such as viral gastroenteritis or liver problems. It is important to determine the cause of these symptoms to receive proper treatment.
If you suspect that you have food poisoning, it is recommended to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and rest. Food poisoning symptoms get resolve on their own within days in most cases. However, if you experience severe symptoms such as high fever, severe abdominal pain, or bloody stools, you should seek medical attention immediately.
To determine if your symptoms are caused by food poisoning or another condition, it is important to speak with a healthcare provider. They may recommend stool tests or blood tests to identify the cause of your symptoms. It is also important to mention any recent travel or consumption of high-risk foods such as undercooked meats or raw eggs, as these can increase the risk of food poisoning.
In addition to seeking medical attention, it is important to practice good hygiene and food safety measures to prevent food poisoning. This includes washing hands before and after handling food, cooking food to the appropriate temperature, and properly storing and refrigerating food.
If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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