Sounds like you have acute diarrhea, which can last for several days. (This is compared to chronic diarrhea, which can last up to four weeks!).
According to the Mayo Clinic, you should see your doctor if you have diarrhea lasting more than three days. Without seeing your doctor, it is impossible to know what the culprit is: could be a virus (stomach "flu") or parasite or bacterial infection (perhaps from your road trip).
Since it sounds like you are feeling better and your symptoms are improving: hang in there! Here are some home remedy suggestions:
- Drink plenty of clear liquids, including water, broths and juices every day. But, avoid apple and pear juices until you feel better because they can make your diarrhea worse. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Eating gelatin may also help.
- Add semisolid and low-fiber foods gradually as your bowel movements return to normal. Try soda crackers, toast, eggs, rice or chicken.
- Avoid certain foods such as dairy products, fatty foods, high-fiber foods or highly seasoned foods for a few days.
Also, not sure if this still holds true or not, but the BRAT diet is supposed to help ease symptoms, and stands for: bananas, rice, applesauce and toast (low-fiber).
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Sounds like you have acute diarrhea, which can last for several days. (This is compared to chronic diarrhea, which can last up to four weeks!).
According to the Mayo Clinic, you should see your doctor if you have diarrhea lasting more than three days. Without seeing your doctor, it is impossible to know what the culprit is: could be a virus (stomach "flu") or parasite or bacterial infection (perhaps from your road trip).
Since it sounds like you are feeling better and your symptoms are improving: hang in there! Here are some home remedy suggestions:
- Drink plenty of clear liquids, including water, broths and juices every day. But, avoid apple and pear juices until you feel better because they can make your diarrhea worse. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Eating gelatin may also help.
- Add semisolid and low-fiber foods gradually as your bowel movements return to normal. Try soda crackers, toast, eggs, rice or chicken.
- Avoid certain foods such as dairy products, fatty foods, high-fiber foods or highly seasoned foods for a few days.
Also, not sure if this still holds true or not, but the BRAT diet is supposed to help ease symptoms, and stands for: bananas, rice, applesauce and toast (low-fiber).
October 23, 2008 - 1:04pmThis Comment
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