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What Causes Diarrhea In Spite Of Taking Pepto Bismol For Norovirus?
I caught that Norovirus. The vomiting and diarrhea started Saturday the 26th. The vomiting stopped but the diarrhea has not. It is now Tuesday and still going. Not as bad but still. I started taking Pepto Bismol but cannot be sure working. I am 69 and in good health except for this. Eating gently and drinking fluids.Do I just wait the diarrhea out?
Thu, 4 Feb 2016
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Yes, you can consider waiting out the diarrhea especially if you notice that it seems to be decreasing.
The important part of management would be fluids and electrolyte replacement to prevent dehydration.
You can use oral replacement fluids or diluted sports drinks.
Hold off solid foods till there is a 4 hour window with no symptoms.
The use of probiotics may also help as well.
I hope this helps
Yes, you can consider waiting out the diarrhea especially if you notice that it seems to be decreasing.
The important part of management would be fluids and electrolyte replacement to prevent dehydration.
You can use oral replacement fluids or diluted sports drinks.
Hold off solid foods till there is a 4 hour window with no symptoms.
The use of probiotics may also help as well.
I hope this helps
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