Symptoms and treatment of gastroenteritis

Symptoms of gastroenteritis:
Diarrhea: It may be watery or accompanied by blood or mucus.
Nausea and vomiting: It can occur frequently.
Abdominal pain: You may feel pain or cramps in the stomach.
High temperature: You may suffer from a mild to moderate fever.
Fatigue and exhaustion: Due to loss of fluids and salts.
Loss of appetite: It may be difficult to eat due to feeling nauseous.
Dehydration: One of the serious symptoms that may occur due to loss of fluids, including extreme thirst, dry mouth, and decreased urination.
Treatment of gastroenteritis:
Rest: It is important to rest to speed up the healing process.
Replace fluids: You should drink large amounts of water or oral rehydration solutions to replace fluids lost due to diarrhea and vomiting.
Diet:
Start eating light foods such as white rice, bananas, apples, and toast.
Avoid fatty, spicy foods, and carbonated drinks.
Medications:
Antiemetics: Your doctor may prescribe medications to reduce vomiting.
Antidiarrheals: such as loperamide, but it is preferable to use them under medical supervision.
Antibiotics: They are given only if the infection is bacterial, and are not used in the case of viral infections.
Probiotics: Taking probiotic supplements can help restore the natural balance of good bacteria in the intestines.
Consult a doctor: If symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or are accompanied by severe dehydration, or the presence of blood in the stool