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What Causes Recurrent Diarrhea Despite Taking Imodium In The Elderly?
I have recurring soft stools which eventually turn into diaharrea (sp) It has been going on for about 5 months and has become a real issue with hygene. I am female, 74 yrs of age. About once a week or sometimes less, I take 2 or 3 immodium to slow things down. Which is good for a day or two - sometime with normal texture for a few days and then back to same ole same ole
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurrent diarrhea despite taking Imodium which seems to be due to infection by H. Pylori leading to gastroenteritis. It could be due to continuous electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry at all. You should take proper rest. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined. You should go for complete examination and start treatment after that. Intravenous fluid administration is also recommended. Don't panic. You should take oral rehydration solution. You should take proton pump inhibitor along with Omeprazole. You should avoid intake of outside food. I would suggest you to ensure you are giving adequate hydration, oral intake and replenishing water to avoid salt losses.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Recurrent Diarrhea Despite Taking Imodium In The Elderly?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurrent diarrhea despite taking Imodium which seems to be due to infection by H. Pylori leading to gastroenteritis. It could be due to continuous electrolyte imbalance in body. Need not to worry at all. You should take proper rest. Visit gastroenterologist once and get it examined. You should go for complete examination and start treatment after that. Intravenous fluid administration is also recommended. Don t panic. You should take oral rehydration solution. You should take proton pump inhibitor along with Omeprazole. You should avoid intake of outside food. I would suggest you to ensure you are giving adequate hydration, oral intake and replenishing water to avoid salt losses. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari