Nausea and diarrhea

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and unpleasant sensations in the abdomen are common and rather uncomfortable symptoms, usually indicative of a disruption in the digestive system.

Causes of nausea and diarrhea

Consider the most common causes of such symptoms.

Food poisoning

The most common cause of such symptoms. As a rule, not only nausea but also vomiting is observed, a disorder of the stool appears later. In addition to nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, food poisoning can be accompanied by a slight increase in temperature. Acute poisonings requiring treatment in the hospital are not so common, and in most cases the victims cope with the effects of poisoning themselves.

Intestinal infections

At the initial stage of the manifestation of diseases may resemble food poisoning , but the symptoms are more prolonged, with time intensify. Nausea and diarrhea are often accompanied by severe fever and general weakness. Infections can have both bacterial (salmonellosis, botulism, dysentery and others), and viral and parasitic origin. In the absence of qualified treatment, serious consequences are possible.

Other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract

Nausea and diarrhea can be a sign of the onset or exacerbation of chronic gastritis, pancreatitis and liver disease. In this case, nausea and diarrhea are often accompanied by localized abdominal pain, eructations, an unpleasant aftertaste in the mouth.

Other factors

In addition to pathological causes, digestive system disorders can be caused by stress, a change in the climatic zone, a sudden change in diet. In some women, such symptoms are observed in the premenstrual period and during pregnancy.

What to do with nausea and diarrhea?

The main threat that such conditions represent for the body is dehydration, so you should drink as much liquid as possible, preferably ordinary water.

Sorbent intake is one of the most important components of treatment. Such drugs help to neutralize and eliminate toxins from the body and are used for all types of intestinal disorders. These include:

At the stage of recovery, a sparing diet is needed. With digestive disorders, it is worth refraining from:

In the event that nausea and diarrhea occur more than two days, the symptoms increase, there are severe pain in the abdomen or a significant increase in body temperature, you need to urgently consult a doctor.