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Diarrhoea and Vomiting

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What is Diarrhoea and Vomiting?

Most of the time, vomiting and diarrhea are due to a stomach bug or food poisoning and clear up on their own within a few days. Getting plenty of fluids and eating a bland diet can help. Keep an eye out for signs of dehydration, especially in infants and toddlers who are not able to communicate what they're feeling.

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Vomiting (throwing up) and diarrhea (watery bowel movements) are common symptoms of gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is the inflammation and irritation of the stomach and intestines. Vomiting and diarrhea can be harmful, because they can cause dehydration

Diarrhoea and vomiting may cause dehydration and they need rapid medical attention. Severe dehydration is more common in babies and is a medical emergency. Read about symptoms to look out for in the Gastroenteritis leaflet. For symptoms to look out for, read the separate Gastroenteritis leaflet

  • Viral Gastroenteritis. GI infection from a virus is the most common cause.
  • Food Poisoning. This causes rapid vomiting and diarrhea within hours after eating the bad food.
  • Traveler's Diarrhea. Caused by germs in food or drink.
  • Bacterial GI Infection.
  • Serious Complication: Dehydration.

Some potentially important risk factors for persistent diarrhoea were identified: persistence of dehydration for more than 24 hours after appropriate fluid therapy, presence of blood and/or mucus in the stool, stool frequency greater or equal to 10 per day, indiscriminate use of antimicrobials, weight loss and poor

Wash your hands with soap and water frequently. wash any clothing or bedding that has poo or vomit on it separately on a hot wash. clean toilet seats, flush handles, taps, surfaces and door handle every day.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?
  • Stay at home and get plenty of rest.
  • Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash – take small sips if you feel sick.
  • Carry on breast or bottle feeding your baby – if they're being sick, try giving small feeds more often than usual.
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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

  • Stay at home and get plenty of rest.
  • Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash – take small sips if you feel sick.
  • Carry on breast or bottle feeding your baby – if they're being sick, try giving small feeds more often than usual.
  • Give babies on formula or solid foods small sips of water between feeds.

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