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Digestive Health
Question #21488
150 days ago
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stomach infection antibiotics

Divya

I am dealing with this awful thing for the past week, and I don't know what to do. Had this sudden pain in my abdomen, felt like someone was twisting my insides. Went to the doc, and they said it might be a stomach infection, gave me some antibiotics. But, like, it's been three days on these antibiotics and I don’t feel better at all. Did an ultrasound, and nothing major showed, just a little inflammation. Eating's been a nightmare, I can barely take a slice of toast without feeling sick. Has anyone else had a stomach infection antibiotics situation like this? I’m kinda freaking out that maybe these antibiotics aren’t working the way they should. I mean, how long should it take for these antibiotics to kick in? Should I be worried that I'm not feeling any relief? Can stomach infections even be resistant to antibiotics or something? I'm just lost and feeling real tired. The doctor mentioned something about the need for a different type of antibiotics if this one didn’t work, but I feel like being on antibiotics is just making my tummy more upset. Should I give it more time or push for a change? Any advice would really help!

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When it comes to stomach infections, antibiotics are indeed commonly prescribed, especially if the cause is suspected to be bacterial. Generally, you should expect to notice some improvement within three days—so it’s understandable to be concerned if you’re not seeing any relief. That being said, recovery can vary depending on the exact bacteria causing the infection and its sensitivity to the antibiotics prescribed. In some cases, the issue could be viral, which wouldn’t respond to antibiotics at all, adding to confusion and frustration. It’s true that some bacteria can be resistant to certain antibiotics, necessitating a course change if symptoms persist. If your symptoms like abdominal pain and difficulty eating are still severe and unchanged, I would recommend heading back to the doctor. They might need to re-evaluate and potentially switch you to another antibiotic, considering options like a broader-spectrum one or even conduct further tests like stool analysis to better identify the culprit. It’s also critical to maintain hydration and possibly alter your diet temporarily to more easily digestible foods to support your stomach while you recover. Though keeping a bland diet, like rice, bananas, toast, and applesauce might help—the so-called BRAT diet. About how your stomach feels worse on antibiotics, this can happen as they can sometimes irritate the gastric lining or cause disturbances by also killing good bacteria, causing more discomfort. Probiotics could be considered to rebalance, but do consult your doctor before adding them, as it’s essential they align with any ongoing treatment. Ultimately, when you’re feeling this way, don’t hesitate to insist on further evaluation if things aren’t improving, especially if symptoms like high fever or frequent vomiting come up, as these could signal complications.

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