What is diarrhea its causes, symptoms and remedies

by GoMedii Technologies Health Consultant

What is diarrhea

 

 

Loose motions occur when you have diarrhea, which may require you to go to the bathroom constantly. The effect of diarrhea depends on how long it lasts. It mainly consists of three forms:

 

Acute diarrhea: It lasts from a few days to a week.

Persistent diarrhea: It lasts for about 3 weeks.

Chronic diarrhea: It lasts for more than 4 weeks.

 

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How common is diarrhea?

 

It is very common to have diarrhea. An average adult may have diarrhea three to four times a year. Diarrhea can occur to people of any age and gender. Diarrhea is a disease that can lead you to a fatal stage. Therefore, many people seek medical advice related to this disease. If diarrhea is not treated for too long, it can cause serious problems. Such as swelling in the intestine etc.

 

 

What are the symptoms of diarrhea?

 

• Loose motion
• stomach pain
• Stomach cramps
• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Constant thirst
• fever
• Dehydration
• Bleeding in the stool
• Pass stool several times a day
• Go to the bathroom constantly

There may be other symptoms that are not mentioned. If you have any questions about the side effects of diarrhea, please consult your doctor.

 

When should I see my doctor?

 

 

Diarrhea in infants and young children:

 

Diarrhea is a serious illness in young children. This causes severe dehydration in a very short time. Which can be fatal later. If you see these following symptoms in your child, then you should contact your doctor immediately:

 

1. Pass low urine
2. Dry mouth
3. Fatigue
4. Headache
5. Dry skin

 

If you find any of the following symptoms in your child, go for immediate medical treatment:

 

Signs of dehydration, such as cold hands and feet, pale skin, low urine pass, irritability

high fever

Blood in the stool

Pass black stool

Adiposity in adults

You should contact your doctor immediately if you have the following symptoms:

 

Dark color stool with bleeding

 

• Nausea and vomiting
• lack of sleep
• Dehydration
• Decreasing weight

 

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What causes diarrhea?

 

Difficult to digest lactose.

Food allergy.

Side effects of some medicines.

Bacterial, virus or parasitic infection.

Bowel disease.

 

What causes increased risk of diarrhea?

 

 

Do not wash hands after sunstroke.

With non-vegetarian food.

By not regularly cleaning the kitchen and toilet.

By the use of impure water.

By eating stale food.

Do not wash hands with soap.

 

How is diarrhea diagnosed?

 

 

 Doctors can perform physical tests to identify the causes of diarrhea. With this, your medical history can also be looked at. The doctor may ask you some questions, such as:

 

How are you feeling

 

How many times a day do you feel the need to go to the toilet?

What food did you eat before the diarrhea started?

Have you been taking any medications recently?

Any other changes or symptoms you are experiencing?

In some cases, additional testing may be done to learn more about your condition. These tests may include the following:

 

Blood test

Urine and Stool Test

Rectal test

 

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How is diarrhea treated?

 

 

Early stage treatment of diarrhea requires a supply of a lot of fluids in the body. This means that you need to drink more water, electrolyte or sports drink. In more severe cases the lack of fluid in your body can be met through intravenous. If you have diarrhea due to bacterial infection, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics.

 

Your doctor may suggest you to take oral rehydration (a way to reduce dehydration in your body). This remedy eliminates the problem of dehydration and makes up for the deficiency of glucose, salt and other important minerals in your body. Oral rehydration is suitable for both children and adults, which is also available at a local medical store without a prescription.

 

 

Lifestyle changes and home remedies:

 

 

Drink fruit juice without adding sugar.

Eat high-potassium-rich foods such as bananas, potatoes, etc.

Eat foods and liquids containing high sodium.

Eat fiber rich foods like banana, oatmeal, rice.

Eat less fried things.

Avoid caffeine, tea and soft drinks.

Avoid magnesium-rich dairy products and food.

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