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How To Cure Stomach Pain,mild Nausea And Diarrhea?

I'm a 26 year old male (thin build) who is doing a year abroad in Brazil. I went in to see the doctor a few days ago because my stomach hurt for a few days with mild nausea and diarrhea. After the normal stomach exam he pushed deeply into my navel (I have a very regular innie)and felt around for like 15 sec. He said I have a very small hernia in my navel as well. He then proceeded to tell me it's probably just traveler's stomach upset. I've never had a doctor do this before. Is it normal for a stomach exam? Also should I do anything about this "possible" hernia that's in my navel?
Fri, 22 Dec 2017
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Hello dear

Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query in details .

* Unless suspected or obviously seen bulge in umbilicus , the mentioned
pattern of examination is not usual for abdomen palpation .

* Current focus should be to control element of infection giving symptoms
rather than worrying or deciding plan of action for possible hernia of
navel .

* Current guidelines for better outcome :

Consume plenty of liquids in form of boiled water , lemon juice , coconut water , home made juices , organic tea , coffee , butter milk etc .
Prefer soft , light , bland , vegan diet with fresh curd preferably .

Avoid all types of oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages , junk foods , dairy fat , milk till recovery .

Intake of PPI ( as omeprazole ) , antibiotics ( with metronidazole on pack )
Racecadrotil as an anti secretory agent helps to give faster recovery .

Wishing you fine recovery .
Feel free to ask any further queries .

Regards .
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How To Cure Stomach Pain,mild Nausea And Diarrhea?

Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query in details . * Unless suspected or obviously seen bulge in umbilicus , the mentioned pattern of examination is not usual for abdomen palpation . * Current focus should be to control element of infection giving symptoms rather than worrying or deciding plan of action for possible hernia of navel . * Current guidelines for better outcome : Consume plenty of liquids in form of boiled water , lemon juice , coconut water , home made juices , organic tea , coffee , butter milk etc . Prefer soft , light , bland , vegan diet with fresh curd preferably . Avoid all types of oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages , junk foods , dairy fat , milk till recovery . Intake of PPI ( as omeprazole ) , antibiotics ( with metronidazole on pack ) Racecadrotil as an anti secretory agent helps to give faster recovery . Wishing you fine recovery . Feel free to ask any further queries . Regards .