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Suggest Treatment For Watery Bowel Movements

I have daily movements that start out regular and watery. I m also lactose intolerant. I m a female 63 years old and healthy otherwise. The bowel irratation has weaken me. Last week was very stressful and the continued watery stole weaken me to the point of after each movement I had to rest.Last Friday I decided to call for help,I have a appointment with my gastroenterologist tomorrow. But my question is what can I do to help myself.
Mon, 8 Aug 2016
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That sounds like gastroenteritis that could be caused by viral,bacterial or parasitic infections or just taking in of lactose containing products. Only a stool exam/ culture will reveal the exact cause.This will be handled by your gastroenterologist.The weakness you is as a result of loss of ions in stool. In the meantime, you can take oral rehydration salt, zinc tablets, eat bananas if possible.An anti diarrheal agent like imodium may help.Avoid Lactose containing food/milk as much as possible.Your gastroenterologist will be take care of the rest.
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Wish you a speedy recovery
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Suggest Treatment For Watery Bowel Movements

Hi Thanks for posting your query on HCM That sounds like gastroenteritis that could be caused by viral,bacterial or parasitic infections or just taking in of lactose containing products. Only a stool exam/ culture will reveal the exact cause.This will be handled by your gastroenterologist.The weakness you is as a result of loss of ions in stool. In the meantime, you can take oral rehydration salt, zinc tablets, eat bananas if possible.An anti diarrheal agent like imodium may help.Avoid Lactose containing food/milk as much as possible.Your gastroenterologist will be take care of the rest. Hope my answer will help you Wish you a speedy recovery