Acute diarrhea (acute diarrhea) –

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acute diarrhea Refers to having loose or watery stool 3 or more times within 24 hours and having had symptoms for no more than 7 days. There may be other symptoms as well, such as abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, headache, body aches. Diarrhea usually occurs. It goes away on its own within 2-3 days.

which the article gives knowledge by Dr. Chitrapa Saenphot Internist specializing in gastrointestinal diseases Gastrointestinal Center (Gastroenterology and Hepatology Center) Nawawet Hospital Answered questions and explained the symptoms of acute diarrhea in detail. For observing yourself and those around you. If you have these symptoms, you will be able to receive treatment in a timely manner. Common causes include infection with viruses, bacteria, protozoa, or exposure to bacterial toxins contaminated in food, etc.

Symptoms of acute diarrhea

• The diarrhea is watery, mucus-filled, or has blood in it.
• Abdominal pain, cramping pain, or twisting pain in the abdomen.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Fever, body aches, headache.
• Symptoms of dehydration include dry mouth, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and rapid pulse.

Causes of acute diarrhea

 Common causes Diarrhea includes infection and toxins from bacteria in food.
 Common infections include Rotavirus, Norovirus, bacteria, protozoa, and parasites.

There are also other causes that are not infections, including eating spicy food. or foods that cause irritation of the digestive system Impaired digestion of lactose Receiving certain medications, such as antibiotics and certain diabetes medications gout medicine, laxative

Foods that can cause acute diarrhea

• Food that is eaten without being cooked. Especially meat, raw eggs, seafood
• Fresh vegetables and fruits that have not been thoroughly washed.
• Milk or milk products. that have not been sterilized
• Food contaminated with germs or toxins.

What to do when you have acute diarrhea

• Eat mineral water by sipping it often at regular intervals if you have frequent diarrhea. To compensate for the loss of water and mineral salts from the body.
• Treat with medicine according to symptoms, including medicines to relieve pain and spasms in the abdomen. Medicines to relieve nausea or vomiting, medicines to reduce diarrhea, medicines to relieve fever
• Treat with antibiotics. May be necessary in some cases You should consult with your doctor first.
• Eat soft, easily digested foods, avoid spicy, spicy, and oily foods.
• You should see a doctor if your symptoms do not improve or you have a fever or blood in your stool. Or have symptoms of dehydration, including dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.
• Patients at risk for complications of acute diarrhea include patients aged >65 years and patients with chronic diseases. or diseases that cause low immunity Patients who cannot help themselves pregnant patient You should see a doctor immediately when you have symptoms.

How to prevent diarrhea

 Eat cooked and clean food.
 Eat only fresh vegetables and fruits that have been thoroughly washed.
 Wash your hands with soap. before eating and always after going to the bathroom

Because every second is life “Nawawet Hospital” provides patient transport services. With an Advance ambulance with a team of specialists in emergency medicine and a multidisciplinary team on duty 24 hours a day, along with modern medical technology tools to save the lives of critically ill patients and emergency victims. In case you need to call an emergency ambulance immediately, call. 0-2483-9944 if you have any questions about acute diarrhea. You can ask for details and request advice at Gastrointestinal Center Tel. 1507 I Line: @navavej