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Gastroenteritis (gastro)

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What is Gastroenteritis (gastro)?

Gastroenteritis is a short-term illness triggered by the infection and inflammation of the digestive system. Symptoms can include abdominal cramps, diarrhoea and vomiting. Some of the causes of gastroenteritis include viruses, bacteria, bacterial toxins, parasites, particular chemicals and some drugs.

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  • Bloating.
  • Nausea.
  • Vomiting.
  • Abdominal cramps.
  • Abdominal pain.
  • Diarrhoea.

The main complication of gastroenteritis is dehydration, but this can be prevented if the fluid lost in vomit and diarrhoea is replaced. A person suffering from severe gastroenteritis may need fluids administered intravenously (directly into the bloodstream via a vein – the setup is often referred to as a 'drip').

Gastroenteritis is a short-term illness triggered by the infection and inflammation of the digestive system. Symptoms can include abdominal cramps, diarrhoea and vomiting. Some of the causes of gastroenteritis include viruses, bacteria, bacterial toxins, parasites, particular chemicals and some drugs.

The main risk factors for gastroenteritis are environmental, seasonal, and demographics, being you children more susceptible. Other diseases like measles and immunodeficiencies put the patient at a higher risk for a gastrointestinal (GI) infection

Good old-fashioned handwashing with soap and water is still the best defence against spreading the bug. Gastroenteritis is highly contagious, general suggestions on how to reduce the risk of infection include: Stay home while sick, until 48 hours after symptoms have stopped. If symptoms persist, visit your GP.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Get plenty of rest. The illness and dehydration may have made you weak and tired. Try anti-diarrhea medications. Some adults may find it helpful to take loperamide (Imodium A-D) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol, others) to manage their symptoms.

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How is it treated?

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Plenty of fluids. Oral rehydration drinks, available from your pharmacist. Admission to hospital and intravenous fluid replacement, in severe cases. Antibiotics, if bacteria are the cause.

 

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