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Not able to digest things from 2 months
I got typhoid in april. Doctor prescribed me antibiotic injection named accuzon 1g injection for 5 days (1-1). Typhoid was still there. So then i got meromac 1g injection (1-1-1) for 5 days. Its been 2 months Since then i am not able to digest anything. I am having prebiotics and probiotics and alot of medicines for persistent diarrhea. But nothing is working for me. Kindly please help me.
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Lots of antibiotics do kill intestinal flora of good microbes. Continue with probiotic curd. Keep diet simple and nourishing. Simple protein like cow's milk, diluted forms can be had multiple times to avoid digestive issues. Take few fat free biscuits like Parle G along with beverages made with diluted cow's milk. Take chhachh and curds. Avoid Fats. Take carbohydrates of your choice, rice or chapatis. Lots of water indirectly, like nimbu paani, roofafza in diluted milk and curds. Certain fruits vegetable like mangoes cucumber have water and are easy to digest. Don't take heavy foods and medicines and supplements. Rely on natural products. Get back here after a week along with positive outlook
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See this is antibiotic induced diarrhoea. Stop all medicines and go with light easily digestible food. Rest connect on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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Use of curd n buttermilk in abundance. At present light diet no leafy vegetables , no spices, no fried food, even chapati yo be messed in curd as dasl induce diarrhoea.
Enterogermina respule three times a day for five days or more. It's concentrated probiotic. No harm
Tab Oz two times a day after food for five days.
Till not relived use curd, buttermilk.
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Diet history is more important in treatment part of your condition, will help you in this scenario
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Sunil Nagar
General Physician
17 yrs exp
Rewa
Tab sporolac 1 BD for 3days
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Dr. Abhilasha Kumari
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Samastipur
Stope medicin and simpal digestive food ors
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Dr. Manjeet Singh Sandhu
General Physician
38 yrs exp
Faridkot
First diagnosis is antibiotic induced diarrhoea
It needs to be confirmed.
Continue taking enough fluids
Please consult
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Dr. Himani Gupta
Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist
8 yrs exp
Guwahati
Have healthy diet!!
This is bowel inflammation not letting anything digest or increased peristalsis
Next Steps
Have curd/ buttermilk / sporolac sachet
Health Tips
Avoid spicy fried food!!
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Have bland food and jeera water
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Dr. Faizan Khan
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Bhopal
Can you specify more about your symptoms over a consult or call please
Bút as I can understand the likely Causes of Your Symptoms after typhoid + heavy antibiotic use can be
1. Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea (AAD)
• Broad-spectrum antibiotics like Meropenem and Cefoperazone kill gut flora.
• This can result in persistent diarrhea and bloating.
2. Secondary Lactose Intolerance
• Temporary damage to intestinal lining may cause transient lactase deficiency, leading to bloating and loose stools after dairy.
3. Clostridium difficile Infection (CDI)
• One of the most serious causes of persistent diarrhea post-antibiotics.
• Often missed unless specifically tested.
4. Post-Infectious IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
• After typhoid, some people develop chronic IBS-like symptoms (abdominal pain, bloating, irregular stools).
• May take months to settle.
5. SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
• Disruption of normal gut flora can lead to overgrowth of bad bacteria in small intestine → bloating, gas, diarrhea.
Số I would say Please don’t continue self-medicating.
First get h these done
Stool routine and culture-Rule out infections or C. difficile
Stool for C. difficile toxin A/B (ELISA)-Crucial if you have ongoing diarrhea
post-antibiotics-CBC, CRP, ESR
Look for lingering inflammation
Liver Function Test (LFT)-To assess general digestion and liver-related causes
Lactose intolerance test (optional)- If you suspect dairy is worsening symptoms
Treatment -
These can be used
If C. difficile positive → Specific treatment with oral vancomycin or fidaxomicin (under doctor’s supervision).
• If SIBO suspected → Rifaximin course for 10–14 days + diet modification.
• If Post-infectious IBS → Gut-directed therapy, possibly antispasmodics + diet.
• Probiotics: Use one with Lactobacillus GG or Saccharomyces boulardii (like Darolac-SB, Vizylac GG, or Florastor), and take it for at least 4–6 weeks continuously.
Diet Tips That Actually Help
• Strictly avoid milk and milk products for now (including paneer, cream).
• Eat soft, low-FODMAP diet: khichdi, boiled rice, oats, moong dal, banana, apple (steamed).
• Avoid: Raw salads, fried foods, excess fiber, dairy, wheat initially.
• Stay hydrated (ORS or electrolyte water), and include zinc supplements (like Zinconia 20 mg OD for 10–14 days).
You Need to See a Gastroenterologist If:
• Symptoms persist another 1–2 weeks despite these steps.
• You’ve lost >10% body weight or have blood/mucus in stool.
• There’s any night-time diarrhea or fever.
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take sporlac ds..
Use more of curd and butter milk.
Drink plenty of water.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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