Help For Diarrhea

Do you have watery, loose bowel movements that come in frequent urges? This is considered diarrhea. It can often be associated with stomach cramps, bloating, gas, abdominal pain and sometimes fever, depending on the cause. Diarrhea can be of many colors and forms, mostly loose, and can contain mucous. (Yes, this is gross)

The acute form is a common problem that usually lasts 1-2 days. The prolonged type will last for more than 2 days which can lead to dehydration if not treated. Chronic diarrhea could be a sign of a more serious disease.

It is important to know the cause of your symptoms. Many times it is associated with a virus or the result of bacteria in contaminated food or some sort of food poisoning. In addition, it can be caused by a parasite, which can make you feel deathly ill, or protozoan in water. Protozoan is a tiny, one-celled animal, mainly living in water, that can only be seen through a microscope.

Since diarrhea can cause dehydration it important to prevent it before it happens. Knowing the signs of dehydration is critical. Look for: dry lips, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, flushed skin, darker urine color, irritability, cramps, nausea, and stiff joints.

To prevent dehydration be sure to drink plenty of liquids. The best rule of thumb is to alternate sports drinks with electrolytes and water when diarrhea has been a problem. Drinking 8 glasses of water a day is even more important at this time.

Now, let's look at some Home Remedies that will help: