It started with strong abdominal pains followed by continuous trips to the toilet. very smelly and mainly water flushes. I also feel very dehydrated. I had lots of water. Don't know what to eat. feel very fragile and worn out. please help. all the best. thanks. antonio overandout.
2006-10-31 07:14:54 · 14 answers · asked by alvaro22 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Could be food poisoning. You really need to go to the doctor! They might want to put you in the hospital.
2006-10-31 07:16:42 · answer #1 · answered by Justsyd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my fiance just went through this...
#1 - go to the hospital and see a doctor right away!!!
#2 - jump onto a clear liquid diet for a day or so and then switch over to the BRAT diet (some solid food), that will help with the do but of course, do whatever your doc tells you to.
the BRAT diet will help with the diarrhea and dehydration you are experiencing.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BRAT_diet
Good luck and I hope you get better soon.
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Why Are Clear Liquids Recommended For Intestinal Illness?
A clear liquid diet is important in some cases of diarrhea and vomiting for several reasons:
Many infections damage your intestinal cells which absorb food, so you won’t absorb solids, proteins, or fats very well. Eating these foods can worsen or prolong your vomiting and diarrhea. But sugar and water (the main components of a clear liquid diet) are still absorbed well in most intestinal illnesses.
The calories and water are needed. Taking nothing by mouth at all to stop vomiting or diarrhea is a mistake. Dehydration and lack of carbohydrates (in this case, sugar) slow your intestine’s recovery. Plain water is better for you than nothing, but sugared liquids are preferred because they provide food energy.
Sugared clear liquids and syrups have a soothing effect in vomiting for reasons we don’t completely understand. Some effective anti-vomiting medicines (such as Emetrol) are based on this effect.
Clear Liquid Advice For Diarrhea
For severe diarrhea you should drink as much clear liquid as possible, including small amounts of the salted ones like bullion; 3-4 quarts per day for an adult is not too much. The goals are to prevent dehydration, allow the intestines to recover, and provide food energy for healing and other basic functions.
2006-10-31 07:23:08 · answer #2 · answered by Starshine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat bananas and chicken broth or soup. Don't eat fatty food. It will make you worse. Drink medicine called pedialite. Really good helper for diarrhea.
2006-10-31 07:20:15 · answer #3 · answered by Luyda Y 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The BRAT diet is for YOU
B Banana
R Rice
A Apple
T Toast
Also try medication: Immodium AD
(IT WORKS)
2006-10-31 07:18:55 · answer #4 · answered by Cher 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need a medicine called immodium AD. This will stop the diarrea for a short period and allow your body to recoup. If it doesn't work you should see a doctor!!
2006-10-31 07:23:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds serious-you could wind up in hospital-I did for the same symptoms 9 years ago; go to your Dr. or the emergency room, they will start you on the road to feeling well again-go now.
2006-10-31 07:18:52 · answer #6 · answered by phyllis_neel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call 911!
2006-10-31 07:22:45 · answer #7 · answered by Jim F 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take PRODOM. One pill is enough. Do not be surprised if you stop going the toilet for a week long.!!!
2006-10-31 07:18:27 · answer #8 · answered by Potitin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok,call your doctor and tell him everything.Keep drinking water.You are losing not only fluids but electrolytes. If you don't have a doctor, call someone to take you to the er.
2006-10-31 07:18:54 · answer #9 · answered by desdinova 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Really should see a dr. Get Well Soon.
2006-10-31 07:20:10 · answer #10 · answered by Elizabeth B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋