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Acute Gastroenteritis - Know your treatment options
Acute Gastroenteritis refers to a condition characterized by inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically caused by viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections. It leads to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and sometimes fever
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What is Acute Gastroenteritis?
Acute Gastroenteritis refers to a condition characterized by inflammation of the stomach and intestines, typically caused by viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections. It leads to symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and sometimes fever.view more
How to Diagnose:
Diagnosis is often made based on symptoms and physical examination. In some cases, stool tests may be conducted to identify the specific cause of infection. Seek medical attention if symptoms are severe, persist for more than a few days, if there's blood in stool or vomit, or if there's dehydration (dry mouth, reduced urine output, dizziness).
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Causes
- Viral Infections
- Bacterial Infections
- Parasitic Infections
- Contaminated Food or Water
Symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- nausea
Causes
- Viral Infections
- Bacterial Infections
- Parasitic Infections
- Contaminated Food or Water
Symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- nausea
Management and Treatment of the condition and complications if left untreated
Treatment mainly involves rehydration, replacing lost fluids and electrolytes. Over-the-counter medications may be used to alleviate symptoms, but antibiotics are not typically prescribed for viral gastroenteritis. Complications if Left Untreated: Dehydration is the primary concern if left untreated, especially in infants, older adults, or those with weakened immune systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Acute Gastroenteritis is commonly transmitted through the consumption of contaminated food or water, or via close contact with an infected person. Viruses, bacteria, and parasites causing gastroenteritis can spread through contaminated surfaces, unwashed hands, or shared items.
Gastritis is inflammation in your stomach. Gastroenteritis is inflammation in your stomach and intestine. Gastritis causes stomach symptoms, like stomach pain, nausea and vomiting. Inflammation in your intestines causes diarrhea.
Symptoms might last from a few days up to a week or slightly more. It typically resolves on its own with rest and proper hydration.
