There are basically two types of diarrhea, and they are known as acute (rapid onset with short duration, lasting several days or up to a week) or chronic (long-term - three or more weeks, and can be repeated). It is very important that the diagnosis is correct with these two issues as the causes are different, so different treatment in each case.
Several examples of causes of acute diarrhea:
1) Food Poisoning
2) Viral gastroenteritis
3) Bacterial enterocolitis
4) Parasites
5) Drugs
6) Traveler's Diarrhea
The symptoms include - nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhea finally
Several examples of causes of chronic diarrhea:
1) IBS - irritable bowel syndrome
2) IBD - inflammatory bowel disease
3) colon cancer
4) Very chronic constipation (caused by blockage and overflow)
5) endocrine diseases
6) Laxatives abuse
Avoid the following foods if you have diarrhea
* greasy, deep fried and fatty foods
* A rich sauces - can worsen diarrhea
* Sweet or spicy foods
* Sugar free gums and candies (containing sweeteners that could cause a problem)
* Gas forming foods - beans, onions, etc.
Make sure you eat the following:
* banana
* rice
* Apples
* toast
* crackers
* pretzels
* apricots
* apple
* Mashed potatoes (avoid milk or butter here)
* noodles
* Smooth peanut butter
* {Boiled eggs, poached or scrambled)
* Skinless chicken (not fried)
* White fish (steamed or grilled)
* Lean beef
Remember to eat smaller amounts but more often, in severe cases make up the electrolyte balance of the 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons of sugar in a liter of water (drink up to 2 liters a day ).
long term consequences of diarrhea may include:
* The general decline in health - it will be because of the lack of absorption of certain vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients
* The general decline in health - it will be because of the lack of absorption of certain vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients
...Always consult your doctor in a drug off the shelf does not take effect within 2 days.
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