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I was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis two days ago. I took oflox oz for two days, now I no longer have diarrhoea but I feel constipated and have very strong headache. Should I continue taking oflox oz for one more day to complete a 3 day course. Doc only prescribed for 2 days.

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Can stop, take PPIs. connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management ...  Read More

How long is gastroenteritis contagious after the symptoms have stopped. I have had it for 5 days, is it safe to see people?

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For another 1 weeks time it's better to take soft diet but there is no issue about seeing people ...  Read More

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What can I eat if I'm receiving treatment for gastroenteritis? Puked at night, felt much better the next day

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Stick to soft bland diet, boiled water and loads of curds ...  Read More

My mother is suffering from acute vertigo. I would like to know the cure for the same. She has dizziness when she turns her neck or while lying down and had vomiting on first day.

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Looks like BPPV...kindly take an appointment ...  Read More

I went to md medicine recently. Got diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Doctor wrote some tests and I came back positive for typhoid. What should I do now? How long will it take me to recover?

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Doctor has prescribed Darolac syrup for my 3 yr old baby since she was suffering from gastroenteritis. How long can we use this syrup? Can anyone please suggest on this.

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Use it for 7-10 days, as per ur pediatrician advice ...  Read More

Sir I got gastroenteritis from 3days so plz suggest a good medicine for me mild fever and motions body pains suggest good medicine

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R u getting loose motions?? If yes, then most important treatment id hydration. Keep your self adequately hydrated with ORS solution. ...  Read More

My son recently recovered from gastroenteritis. Doc has advised to give a bland diet. When to start giving eggs and non veg. Is it enough to wait for one week and give egg??

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Hello, yes wait for 1-2 weeks to start non veg. ...  Read More

My son recently recovered from gastroenteritis. His dysentery fever subsided. It has been 3 days. Still I see some undigested carrot pieces, mustard seeds in his poop. Why is it so? Earlier it was not so. He is a 5 year school going kid.

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Normal. Don't worry ...  Read More

I had laparoscopy surgery done for gall bladder removal 5 years back. Now days I am suffering from gastroenteritis and constipation. I want avoid medicine, as it is not that severe. And I am regularly having left leg internal pain not external. It is severe in night.

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It is better to take appropriate medications after consulting a doctor rather than trying alone with home remedies. You can avoid fatty and spicy food. Take plenty of fluids. ORS ~250ml after each loo ...  Read More

My daughter is suffering from gastroenteritis as prescribed by the daughter from the past 3 days. He has suggested enterogermenia with a dosage of 1 ml twice a day. She is 2 years old and weighs 12 kg. Is the dosage appropriate?

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1 ml twice ...  Read More

Hi, on August I have diagnosed with acute hepatitis b later I have admitted in a hospital and took treatment, after two and half months of antiviral medication recently when I tested for hbsag it came out negative and viral load also became undectable, after all these still do I need to continue to use antiviral medicines? My LFT report is also nor

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Please upload report and consult ...  Read More

What is the difference between Gastroenteritis and Colitis ? What is the symptomatic difference between these two ?

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Gastroenteritis is infection of G I tract Collitis is inflammation of large intestine mucosa ...  Read More

How can acute interstitial nephritis cured , which medicines are beneficial in acute interstitial nephritis .

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Please consult a NEPHROLOGIST ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with Viral gastroenteritis, spondilytis and excess acid reflux. What are the basic things I need to do as a part of my daily routine? And what are the foods I should avoid?

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It will resolve over period of time,you should take care of spondylitis,avoid vigorous movement, Avoid spicy and oily greasy food,Hold milk and diary products till Gastroenteritis settle down. ...  Read More

My 4yr old boy was suffering from gastroenteritis last week. His antibiotic taxim-o got over day before yesterday. After 48 hrs, today he again pooped 5 times. Loose stools, yellow in colour but opaque (not transparent like before). He is otherwise active. Is it a new infection or the same diseas taking time to get better? How long will it take? Al

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Hi, Could be the same infection ...  Read More

I have been taking meds (providac, rlfagut 400 and pantosec) as advised during the consultation. Loose motions have substantially stopped but vomiting continues. Yesterday and today morning I took Ondem 4mg and vomiting has not completely stopped but it is somewhat better. the problem is weakness and dizziness. I thought it was due to dehydration I

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Recently I was diagnosed hypertension due to gastroenteritis and I am on metxl 25mg every morning after breakfast. Sometimes when I have my food I feel my heart rate increased and feeling uncomfortable or dizzy. What is the solution for this problem

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Thanks. I don’t think anything to worry and check your pulse at that time when it rises. If it is more than 100, then see your doctor. Also check your BP at that time. Dr R Muthusamy MRCP FRCP ...  Read More

I have acute gastritis in my stomach so i just wanted to know that this is a serious problem and what precautions and refrain i can take to cure this permanently.

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Avoid spicy foods coffee tea cold drinks alcohol smoking junk food etc Confirm the diagnosis by detailed evaluation. Treatment of Gastritis takes few weeks to months time if properly followed. ...  Read More

How long does viral gastroenteritis last? It's been 2 days still no sign of getting cured. Body ache and loose motion persists

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It can last from 3-7 days,but secondary bacterial infections are very common which requires treat meant. ...  Read More

Sir, my 23 months old son is suffering with vomitings and loose stools. He is on prebiotic and oflox treatment. But the acidic nature of his stool and indigestion is so severe that he is having rash. Does this medicines reduce the acidic nature of the stool. How to reduce it and how to get rid of this rash... He is suffering a lot...

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Plz consult your paediatrician asap for physical examination and treatment. ...  Read More

Whenever I get cold, or sore throat I go to my family physician. She always prescribes me cough syrup and antibiotics. I an 19 year old girl, and do not want take so much antibiotics. One of my teacher suggested a lozenge for my throat. I want to know how to cure acute bronchitis with these throat lozenges?

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Visit ENT and Chest Specialist Get yourself examined n go for proper management Nasal breathing exercises are of great help along with medical management. ...  Read More

I am a 26 year old man and I have been diagnosed with pancreatitis and I would like to know more about acute pancreatitis pathophysiology. How does one get affected by pancreatitis and what are the possible medical solutions? Thanks!!

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I want to know what's the best medication when you have gastroenteritis. There's stomach pain on upper belly whenever taking any food. Nausea, burning sensation in oesophagus.

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[ ] Hi as symptoms are suggestive of gastritis.Need to follow some lifestyle changes. Take food timely. Avoid cabbage, capsicum, citrus fruits ( for a while). Don't drink water with food, take after 4 ...  Read More

I am suffering from Severe Gastroenteritis from past 2 weeks. The blood and stool tests reports are normal. Doctor says there is some Bacterial infection which is why I'm being medicated with Piptaz injection via saline twice a day. Its been 2 weeks and I'm still sick and worried now.

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[ ] Loose motion can be due to bowel infection or some times drug induced.The most important aspect is to take plenty of oral liquids / ORS powder 2-3 teaspoon in one glass of Luke warm water for 3-4 ...  Read More

I self-diagnosed gastroenteritis on Sunday because I had all the symptoms: Not being able to keep anything down, constant diarrhea and fatigue. After a day all the symptoms went away except for the diarrhea, it is now Tuesday and I'm spending half of my time on the toilet. All of a sudden I also got this ball of phlegm in my throat that inhibits me

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Visit doctor Visit www.patientedu.info (Patient Education Through Information) for Information regarding all Gastro-intestinal and Surgical Conditions. ...  Read More

I am suffering from acute Insomnia, since last 5 years. What is temporary medicine for sleep for some days, at night and permanent cure medicine also

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If it's 5 year, then it became chronic insomnia, get an polysomnography done to Know the cause and maintain good sleep hygiene. ...  Read More

Preprobiotics is best for gastroenteritis,problem? plz tell me i cannot manage it

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Yes Cap Econorm ...  Read More

HiMy friend may/may not have gastroenteritis, or food poisoning.He only started showing symptoms last night. He's been walking around with a vomit bag, has diahhorea. However,I stacked his breakfast tray using only the handles this morning,and didnt wash my hands before esting a piece of bread.What is the chance I will contract gastro if he has it

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Your complaints aren't clear could you eloborate. U can consult me online through Practo-Direct by clicking on the chat now. ...  Read More

Hi! My friend may/may not have gastroenteritis, or a case of food poisoning. He's walking around at the moment, and only started showing symptoms last night. However, he's been walking around with a vomit bag, and looks really bad, and has diahhorea. However, I without realising, stacked his tray using only the handles this morning, and not proceed

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Your complaints are not clear could you eloborate need a proper history. U can consult me online through Practo-Direct. Tc ...  Read More

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