HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Can Diarrhea And Stress Be Treated?

I have had diarrhea for two weeks, which I think has been caused by stress. About two years ago I had a lot of stress in my life and had diarrhea for almost two months, then it ceased.
Is it unusual for stress (Hurricane Irma fears) to cause diarrhea that lasts this long? I am taking loperamide hydrochloride 2mg at least once a day. Is there anything else I should do?
Thank you.
Tue, 16 Jan 2018
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello,my name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-take frequent, small sips of water or a rehydration drink and small bites of salty crackers.
-Avoid spicy foods, fruits, alcohol, and caffeine until 48 hours after all symptoms have disappeared.
-Avoid milk for 3 days after symptoms disappear.
-Use nonprescription antidiarrheal medicine if you have diarrhea for longer than 6 hours
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,
dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How Can Diarrhea And Stress Be Treated?

Hello,my name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern. Some advices that I can give to you are: -take frequent, small sips of water or a rehydration drink and small bites of salty crackers. -Avoid spicy foods, fruits, alcohol, and caffeine until 48 hours after all symptoms have disappeared. -Avoid milk for 3 days after symptoms disappear. -Use nonprescription antidiarrheal medicine if you have diarrhea for longer than 6 hours Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help. Regards, dr.Dorina Gurabardhi