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Suggest Treatment For Diarrhea And Excessive Salivation
Question: I am suffering from diarrhea, an upset stomach and an enormous amount of excess saliva. If I swallow this excess saliva it makes me feel naseous, so I have been up all night spitting it out, as it fills my mouth rapidly. What could be the cause? Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Acid reflux can cause these symptoms
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through the description which you have provided.
Your Symptoms of excessive salivation is a sign of gastroesophageal acid reflux.
Oral omeprazole should taken once a day should help you with these symptoms.Its available as an over the counter medication
Avoid excessive caffeinated drinks. Avoid citrus fruits
Take plenty of oral fluids and oral rehydration solution for your diarrhoea.
Hope this helps
Do get back in case you have further queries
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
Acid reflux can cause these symptoms
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through the description which you have provided.
Your Symptoms of excessive salivation is a sign of gastroesophageal acid reflux.
Oral omeprazole should taken once a day should help you with these symptoms.Its available as an over the counter medication
Avoid excessive caffeinated drinks. Avoid citrus fruits
Take plenty of oral fluids and oral rehydration solution for your diarrhoea.
Hope this helps
Do get back in case you have further queries
Regards
Dr Samir Patil
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