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Suggest Treatment For Severe Diarrhea And Nausea
I became ill with severe diahrrea on Wednesday night. I was very nauseated and unable to eat anything at all.. That lasted for two days. Now, anytime that I eat anything within an hour or so I have small bouts of the same. I am not eating anything but BRAT diet and a lot of fluids. Could I have food poisoning?
Thu, 1 Jun 2023
Hi,
In case of severe diarrhea with nausea or vomiting, or if you have mucus in stool or blood in stool or fever or sever abdominal pain please consult a doctor nearby to you for proper diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.
However I can offer some general suggestions for managing severe diarrhea and nausea.
* Stay hydrated: Diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration, so it's crucial to replenish fluids. Sip on clear liquids such as water, broths, or oral rehydration solutions to restore electrolyte balance.
* Avoid certain foods: Temporarily avoid spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, as well as caffeine, alcohol, and dairy products, which can aggravate the digestive system.
* BRAT diet: Consider following the BRAT diet, which stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These bland, easy-to-digest foods can help soothe the stomach and firm up stools.
* Probiotics: Probiotics like bacteria restores the balance of the gut flora. They may be available in supplement form or found naturally in fermented foods like yogurt or sauerkraut.
* Medications: Over-the-counter medications like loperamide (Imodium) can help control diarrhea symptoms.
* Rest and avoid triggers: Give your body time to recover by getting plenty of rest. Avoid triggers such as strong smells, certain foods, or activities that may worsen your symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammad Umer Farooq, General & Family Physician
In case of severe diarrhea with nausea or vomiting, or if you have mucus in stool or blood in stool or fever or sever abdominal pain please consult a doctor nearby to you for proper diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.
However I can offer some general suggestions for managing severe diarrhea and nausea.
* Stay hydrated: Diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration, so it's crucial to replenish fluids. Sip on clear liquids such as water, broths, or oral rehydration solutions to restore electrolyte balance.
* Avoid certain foods: Temporarily avoid spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, as well as caffeine, alcohol, and dairy products, which can aggravate the digestive system.
* BRAT diet: Consider following the BRAT diet, which stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These bland, easy-to-digest foods can help soothe the stomach and firm up stools.
* Probiotics: Probiotics like bacteria restores the balance of the gut flora. They may be available in supplement form or found naturally in fermented foods like yogurt or sauerkraut.
* Medications: Over-the-counter medications like loperamide (Imodium) can help control diarrhea symptoms.
* Rest and avoid triggers: Give your body time to recover by getting plenty of rest. Avoid triggers such as strong smells, certain foods, or activities that may worsen your symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammad Umer Farooq, General & Family Physician
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