By Medicover Hospitals / 22 March 2022
By Dr Tushar Sanklecha
Gastroenterology
Published on 1/05/2022Are you a big foodie who can't say NO to outside food? But this craving can get you in trouble!
Cravings for pizza or some other type of spicy, salty, fried or greasy foods, dairy, and sugar substitutes can upset your stomach and irritate the digestive tract. This can cause you diarrhea.
When someone gets diarrhoea after eating outside food, they may experience loose, watery stools or bowel movements along with stomach cramps. This can happen any time and can be quite uncomfortable, but it usually doesn’t indicate any serious health problem.
Diarrhea is either acute or chronic based on how long the symptoms last. Acute diarrhoea usually lasts a few days or weeks. On the other hand, chronic diarrhoea can continue for weeks or months.
Many different factors may trigger diarrhea. Acute diarrhea that lasts more than three days, is usually due to viral or bacterial infection. Chronic diarrhoea, on the other hand, is more likely to be caused by underlying digestive problems including food intolerance, IBS, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis, and can last for two weeks or longer. Antibiotics, antacids, and antihypertensive medications are among the most prevalent causes of diarrhoea.
By Dr Tushar Sanklecha
Gastroenterology
Published on 1/05/2022
Cravings for pizza or some other type of spicy, salty, fried or greasy foods, dairy, and sugar substitutes can upset your stomach and irritate the digestive tract. This can cause you diarrhea.
When someone gets diarrhoea after eating outside food, they may experience loose, watery stools or bowel movements along with stomach cramps. This can happen any time and can be quite uncomfortable, but it usually doesn’t indicate any serious health problem.
Diarrhea is either acute or chronic based on how long the symptoms last. Acute diarrhoea usually lasts a few days or weeks. On the other hand, chronic diarrhoea can continue for weeks or months.
What Causes Diarrhea?
Quick remedies for food-borne diarrhea
Rice water:
Oral Rehydration Solution
BRAT diet:
Anti-diarrheal medication:
The active ingredient in Imodium works quickly by slowing the flow of fluid through the intestines and this can quickly restore normal bowel function. Pepto-Bismol, on the other hand, helps in the killing of germs that cause diarrhoea
Antibiotics:
Reduce stress:
When to see the doctor
Diarrhea is not often a serious concern. However, serious complications are possible, so check with the doctor if you experience any of these additional symptoms:Frequency:
Fever:
Dehydration:
- Extreme thirst
- Confusion
- Muscle cramps
- Dark-colored urine
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