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Loose motion how to stop - #11846

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I am dealing with this awful situation of loose motion. Like, it started a few days ago after I tried this new Thai place—maybe it was the food? Anyway, I've been feeling super uncomfortable, like I can’t even leave the house without worrying! My stomach’s been cramping up, and it just won’t stop. I’m drinking a ton of fluids, but it feels like nothing is helping. Searched online for advice on how to stop loose motion, but all I found were different home remedies and stuff that didn’t really make sense to me. I tried some ginger tea which was supposed to help, but honestly, it didn’t do much. My diet has been pretty bland since this started—just toast and bananas, you know? I did get a stool test done, and the doctor said it looks like a mild infection but didn’t prescribe anything. I can't believe I'm stuck with this! It’s affecting everything, even work. I am just curious, how to stop loose motion? Are there any specific meds, or should I just give it more time? Like, when do I know it’s too bad that I need to go back to the doc? Am I overthinking this? Love any advice you guys have on how to stop loose motion, really. Thanks!

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Given that you’ve been dealing with loose motions for a few days, coupled with cramping, it likely ties back to the mild infection your test hinted at. If it started after trying new food, it might be gastroenteritis, which is typically viral or bacterial. Continuing with ample fluids is spot on because dehydration is a real risk, but let’s refine your approach a bit. Oral rehydration solutions (ORS) or drinks fortified with electrolytes are ideal, even better than plain water, as they’ll help replace lost salts and sugars. Bananas and toast form part of the BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast), which can sometimes help settle the stomach and solidify stools. Ginger tea’s hit or miss since its antiemetic properties don’t always target diarrhea effectively.

If a bland diet and hydration aren’t turning the tide, consider over-the-counter medications like loperamide, which can help reduce stool frequency, though it’s usually best used when you’re not suspecting severe infection. But if your symptoms drag on beyond a week, or if you observe blood in stools, high fever, significant pain, or dark urine, it’s critical to reconsider and see your doctor again, as these could indicate a need for specific treatment—or even antibiotics if it’s a bacterial culprit. Remember, a balance is key, neither prolonging loose motion unnecessarily nor being too reliant on self-medication, especially given this impacts your work and day-to-day activities. Stay vigilant with symptom changes and reach out to healthcare professionals when in doubt to ensure you’re addressing any underlining issue well within safety margins.

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