How to digest your food properly - #11387
Whenever i eat anything i feel like to go washroom and now usually i poop 2 to 3 times a day. It feels like bubbling in my stomach a lot. i had typhoid and intetinal enteritis last to last week. I cant eat properly. what i need to do and have medicine?
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This is quite common after typhoid or any severe gut infection. The intestine lining gets inflamed and “sensitive,” leading to post-infectious irritable bowel-like symptoms or temporary malabsorption.
What to do now
1. Dietary care • Soft, light diet → khichdi, curd rice, oats, boiled vegetables, dal water. • Avoid spicy/oily food, milk (except curd), caffeine, packaged/fast foods. • Eat small, frequent meals instead of large ones. • Hydration → plenty of water, ORS if stools are loose. • Curd or probiotic drink → helps restore good bacteria after antibiotics.
2. Medications (check with your doctor before starting) • Probiotics (like Saccharomyces boulardii or Lactobacillus) for 5–7 days — help restore gut flora. • Antacids / Gas-relief meds (simethicone, if bloating is severe). • Zinc supplements (short course) — sometimes recommended after gut infections.
Avoid self-starting antibiotics again unless your doctor advises.
3. When to worry / see doctor immediately • Fever returns • Severe abdominal pain or vomiting • Blood in stool or black tarry stools • Diarrhea >5–6 times a day with dehydration • Weight loss, persistent loss of appetite beyond 2–3 weeks
✅ Most people recover in 2–3 weeks with proper diet and probiotics. Since you had typhoid + enteritis, your gut is still healing — so this is expected.
your symptoms are likely due to post-typhoid gut irritation/IBS. Start with a light diet, probiotics, hydration, and avoid heavy/spicy food. If symptoms don’t settle in 1–2 weeks, consult a gastroenterologist for stool tests. Thank you.
Frequent bowel movements, bubbling, and poor appetite after recent typhoid or intestinal infection suggest your gut is still inflamed or recovering from infection. For now, follow a bland diet (rice, dal, cooked vegetables), stay hydrated, and avoid oily/spicy food, and consider probiotics to help restore gut flora. Please consult a Gastroenterologist for stool tests and proper treatment if symptoms persist, as you may need specific antibiotics or medications for post-infectious irritable bowel.
Hello dear See as per clinical history it seems post operative complications associated with typhoid fever Usually it will require both preventive measures and curative therapy. Kindly follow below instructions for improvement Take light food like dalia or oats for good digestion Take live 52 for liver recovery Continue zincovit multivitamin once a day for 1 month Slowly start cheese intake for protein loss management Avoid nuts for atleast 15 days Take vitamin d sachets once a day for 1 month Please follow the instructions for 1 month In case of no improvement consult hepatoligist or gastroenterologist for better clarification Accordingly take medications after confirmation from concerned physician only Hopefully you recover soon Regards
Hello Dikhsa,
Am sorry to hear about digestion issue you are suffering since 2-3 weeks. See it’s quite natural following any gut infections like Thyphoid.
1.Take light food ( which digests easy) 2.Plenty of water 3.Probiotics ( can use Curd , if not sensitive to it) or take T.Vitazym one tab daily for one month
4. About high sugar and spicy food
Hope you will be better with in 2-3 weeks
And if still the symptoms persist beyond a month please visit nearest physician or gastroenterologist.
With regards Dr.ZAHIR ZOLIH
Given your recent history of typhoid and intestinal enteritis, it’s quite possible that your digestive system is still in the recovery phase, which could explain the frequent bowel movements and discomfort you’re experiencing. The sensation of needing to go to the bathroom soon after eating—also known as the gastrocolic reflex—can be more pronounced if your digestive system is irritated. That being said, there are several strategies you might consider that could help alleviate your symptoms. First, focus on a bland diet—opt for foods that are easy to digest and less likely to irritate your digestive tract, such as plain rice, toast, bananas, and boiled vegetables. Avoid fatty, spicy, or high-fiber foods for now, as these can exacerbate intestinal discomfort. Staying hydrated is crucial, especially if you’re experiencing frequent bowel movements, so aim for clear fluids like water or an oral rehydration solution to help prevent dehydration. It’s practical to introduce probiotics, either through supplements or natural sources like yogurt, as they might assist in restoring normal gut flora. Limit fizzy drinks or caffeine, which can increase stomach irritation or contribute to that bubbling feeling you’re experiencing. While anti-diarrheal medications are available, they should be used cautiously and only under medical advice since they could mask symptoms or interfere with ongoing recovery from infections like typhoid. If you notice persistent symptoms for more than few days, significant weight loss, or notice blood in the stool, it’s critical to consult with a healthcare professional. There could be a need for further investigations or adjustments to your current treatment plan. Always ensure any medication or intervention fits within a safe margin for your particular situation, especially considering recent infections.
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