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What Causes Diarrhoea Along With Dizziness?

Posted on Mon, 2 Mar 2015

Question: Diarrhea and my body temperature under armpit is 95.6-96.2 today. No chills, just a bit of a mild light headedness I suppose. Info incase you need: 156lbs, 6'3", Blood pressure machine read 135 Systolic, 93 Diastolic, 82 Pulse.

Answered by Dr. Dr Samir Patil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
plenty of fluids

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through the details you have provided
You do not have fever.
The dizziness is due to dehydration.
I would suggest to take plenty of fluids. Take plenty of electrolytes ( ors or sports drinks) yoghurt.
Most diarrhous are self limiting and settle down within 2 to 3 days.
Hope this helps
Do get back in case you have further queries
Regards
Dr Samir Patil

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr Samir Patil (49 minutes later)

Thank you for your answer. Is my temperature too low? Why is it so low?

Answered by Dr. Dr Samir Patil (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
take oral temperature

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I would advise you to check oral or rectal temperature.
Armpit temperature is 1 degree lower than the body temperature anc can show a lower reading in case you have sweating or dehydration causing lower readings.
Regards
Dr Samir Patil

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D