Best Doctors for Diarrhoea Treatment in Kurnool

Diarrhea is an illness in which stool is passed in an abnormally loose and watery state and occurs more frequently than it should. It could be due to infections from viruses, bacteria, or parasites, food intolerance, side effects to certain medications or digestive disorders. Most common infections that occur due to diarrhea include rotavirus, E. coli, and norovirus infections due to contaminated food, water, or close proximity to contaminated individuals. Diarrhea has symptoms such as frequent, watery bowel movements, abdominal cramps, bloating, nausea, and, in some cases, fever. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration, a potentially dangerous situation in young children, the elderly, and in patients who have severely compromised immune systems. Treatment usually includes hydration with plenty of fluids, often supplemented by oral rehydration solutions that help to replace lost electrolytes. Over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medications may be used; however, it is generally not advised especially if the diarrhea is suspected to be an infection. If the symptoms persist more than 10 days a physician consultation needs to be obtained and treated.