Diarrhea can be caused by viral infections, bacterial toxins and parasites. If treated properly diarrhea can be treated properly, however if not treated properly it can cause severe de hydration and also be fatal. Diarrhea can also be a symptom of a larger ailment like cholera or dysentery.
To treat diarrhea you should follow the solutions that are described below. One of the most important precautions you should take when you have diarrhea is to avoid dehydration by drinking an ample amount of fluid. Make sure that you stick to clear, natural fluids and avoid alcohol and caffeine. Water and fruit juices are the best choice. Milk under normal circumstances will tend to prolong and worsen the symptoms of diarrhea, but if you have a mild case then it is okay to consume it, as it provides a number of important nutrients. If the diarrhea is very serious then you may have to use an electrolyte solution in addition.
Eating yoghurt will help ease your symptoms and shorten the duration of the disorder. Eat a diet that mainly consists of only rice, bananas, toast and apple sauce. You should always avoid taking medications meant for diarrhea unless you really need to take them. Diarrhea is meant to clean your stomach of all bacteria naturally, and allowing it to take its own course and do so thoroughly is the best way to get better. You should therefore stay home and let the infection proceed normally. Only if you are unable to cancel your appointments or if you are already away from home should you take any medication.
Apart from this you can also try some home remedies - oregano oil can be used to treat diarrhea as it has antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-parasitic properties. Ginger tea is also very helpful and is effective in stopping stomach cramps. If you hate the taste of ginger you can also take in the capsule form. Charcoal as diarrhea remedy has been in use for a long time as it can absorb and expel intestinal gas. It also has the ability to detoxify the liver and kidneys. Try this honey, mint and ginger juice remedy. Drink a mixture of a spoon of honey, half a spoon of ginger juice and a half spoon of mint. Garlic whether fresh or in capsule form can help destroy bacteria in the intestines and hence makes for a good diarrhea remedy.
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