Stomach Pain And Diarrhea

There is a popular maxim which states that “you are what you eat”. Never does this seem more true than when we experience stomach pain and diarrhea. The reasons for stomach pain and diarrhea are manifold. Sometimes, it is merely nature’s way of eliminating undesirable substances from the body. At other times it may be due to a bacterial infection, stomach flu or food poisoning. Malabsorption problems can also cause diarrhea. Although, all such instances might not necessitate prompt medical attention, if the stomach ache and diarrhea persists for more than two days, or if the patient is unable to retain any form of food, or if there is persistent vomiting, or if the patient is in a susceptible age-group, of if the individual has to combat other medical problems; it is prudent to consult a physician without undue delay.

The main result of prolonged stomach pain and diarrhea would be a feeling of weakness which envelops the patient, worsening as the symptoms progress. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids so that dehydration is kept at bay, and partaking of a light diet is recommended, wherever possible. Oily foods, processed meats and rich foods are best kept aside, until the symptoms fully subside.

Stomach pain and diarrhea may sometimes arise due to lactose intolerance, especially if such symptoms were experienced, just a few hours after the consumption of milk or diary based products. Similarly, these symptoms are experienced by those who suffer from inflammatory bowel disease, which is commonly referred to as IBD. Stomach pain and diarrhea may also be due to an allergic condition or due to a new antibiotic or a new medicine which was prescribed, that is said to have resultant side effects, amounting to the afore-mentioned symptoms.

Those who suffer from an intestinal obstruction may also experience stomach pain and diarrhea. Fecal incontinence may also be a causative factor in stomach pain and diarrhea. Whatever the circumstances, it is always best to consult a medical professional without undue delay, so that appropriate treatment can be sought, straight away.

A qualified physician would be able to identify the problem or at least narrow the problem down to a few, plausible alternatives once the exact symptoms are described, and with the aid of a thorough, physical examination of the patient in question. Blood tests, scans and even X-rays may then, need to be taken, for confirmation of the initial diagnosis.

However, it is prudent to always consult a medical professional at the onset of symptoms, wherever possible; so that problems are minimized, later on. Admittedly, stomach pain and diarrhea may sought itself out without medical intervention sometimes, but it is important to eliminate serious diseases that might be at its root, in other rarer instances.