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What can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and severe pain to last for more than a week?

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Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

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Published At March 13, 2023
Reviewed AtMarch 17, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am suffering from vomiting, diarrhea, and severe pain for the past few days. I have had IBS for the past many years. Why so?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

It seems you are suffering from gastroenteritis. Usually, gastroenteritis is caused by a viral infection and is self-limiting. However, since the infection lasted for more than a week, I suggest you have a bacterial, protozoa, or mixed infection. So, I suggest you do the following tests.

1. Ultrasound abdomen.

2. Stool test under a microscope.

3. Complete blood count.

4. Total and differential leucocyte count.

I also suggest the instructions mentioned below.

1. If the stool test is positive for bacterial or protozoal infection, take a tablet of Azithromycin (antibiotic) 500 milligrams once daily and Secnidazole (antibiotic) one gram daily for five days.

2. Take Ispaghula husk (fiber laxative) to increase the bulk of your stools.

3. Take Loperamide (antidiarrheal agent) four milligrams immediately, followed by two milligrams twice daily to control the frequency of your motions.

4. Eat light and easily digestible food.

5. Drink plenty of water and electrolytes to maintain rehydration.

6. Monitor pulse and blood pressure twice daily.

Kindly consult a specialist doctor, talk with them, and take medicines with their consent.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

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