Diarrhea, watery diarrhea is a common disease in daily life. by diarrhea The indication is to pass liquid or watery stools more than 3 times a day. Diarrhea can be caused by many causes such as bacterial infections, viruses, protozoa, food poisoning, certain medications, or certain chronic diseases.
The symptoms of diarrhea are usually mild. But it will be very dangerous if the stool is watery in large amounts, and some cases do not stop, more than 10 times a day, risking dehydration. shock in the end And if the diarrhea does not subside and the body shock can lead to life threatening.
How many days does diarrhea disappear?
Diarrhea has 3 forms of occurrence, divided by duration:
1. Acute diarrhea can happen in everyday life There will be symptoms for about 1-3 days, then most of the symptoms will subside and gradually disappear without taking medication.
2. Persistent diarrhea It is a persistent diarrhea of about 2-4 weeks
3. Chronic diarrhea (Chronic diarrhea) Continuously for more than 4 weeks or missing Continuing for a long time Some may be early signs of cancer.
Common symptoms of diarrhea include:
Frequent defecation, more than 3 times a day, with loose or watery stools There may be mucus or blood in the stool, abdominal pain, flatulence, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, and fever.
In severe cases of diarrhea, the following symptoms may be present:
weakness, dizziness, faint, shock
Remedy for diarrhea
1. Drink mineral water
Drinking mineral water is the most important way to cure diarrhea. Electrolyte fluids will help replace the water and electrolytes lost through bowel movements. Mineral water can be purchased at most pharmacies. or you can brew it yourself by using the following formula
1 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp sodium bicarbonate powder 1 liter of clean water
If the patient has severe vomiting may use more concentrated mineral salts By diluting 1 teaspoon of mineral water in 1 glass of clean water.
**Caution message Do not take electrolytes for exercisers when you have diarrhea. because it can make the symptoms worse This is because This mineral is higher in sugar and some minerals. Causing the body to draw water into the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in more intestinal contractions Encourage more liquid defecation
2. Eat soft, easily digestible food.
during diarrhea Should eat soft, easily digestible food such as boiled rice, porridge, congee, bread, cooked fruit, avoid spicy food, oily food, fried food, high fiber food such as raw vegetables, fruit with seeds. because it can cause more severe diarrhea
3. Get enough rest
Getting enough rest will help your body recover from diarrhea faster. Patients should sleep at least 8-12 hours a day.
4. Keep clean
Always wash your hands before eating and after going to the toilet. to prevent the spread of germs
5. See a doctor if symptoms do not improve.
If the diarrhea does not improve within 2-3 days or there is a high fever, severe abdominal pain severe vomiting bloody diarrhea should see a doctor
Precautions for treating diarrhea
Don’t drink too much plain water. because it may cause the body to lose more minerals Do not use over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medications. because it can make symptoms worse Do not drink milk or dairy products. because it can make diarrhea worse
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Treatment according to the cause
If the diarrhea is due to a specific cause, such as a bacterial infection, virus, or food poisoning It may be necessary to treat the cause, such as the use of antibiotics, antiviral drugs, or food poisoning drugs, etc.
Medication that is taken when having diarrhea, passing watery stools
charcoal powder Efficacy: Helps reduce distension. And make the stool less liquid, take 2 tablets as soon as symptoms occur, repeat every 3-4 hours according to the severity of the symptoms. But should not use more than 16 tablets per day. ORS mineral powder Benefits : Compensate the loss of water and mineral salt. loperamide, such as imodium or loperamide GPO Can be eaten when using activated charcoal and electrolyte powder. then the symptoms do not improve But do not use if the stool is bloody.
How to prevent diarrhea
The best way to prevent diarrhea is to eat clean, hygienic food and wash your hands before eating and after going to the toilet. Some vaccines can help prevent diarrhea, such as the rotavirus vaccine, the dysentery vaccine, and the H. pylori diarrhea vaccine.
Some references from: sugar, medparkhospital and chulalongkornhospital
2023-08-31 11:00:07
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