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Diarrhea
In GastroDoxs, our local healthcare facility focuses on diarrhea management involving integrated patient-centered care, intensive diagnostics, and nutrition solutions to restore normalcy, discomfort relief, and health improvement of the digestive tract in patients with the need to find a caring, trusted, committed gastrointestinal support.
Diarrhea refers to the loose and watery stool three or more times in a day. It may be acute (takes a few days) or chronic (takes four weeks and above). At GastroDoxs in Katy, we have a serious attitude towards diarrhea-this may cause dehydration or may indicate something more serious, particularly when the victim notices blood in the stool.
Common Symptoms
You may notice:
Frequent, watery stools
Belly pain or cramps
Gas or bloating
An urgent need to go
Fever or chills in some cases
Causes
Diarrhea can be triggered by many factors:
Food & Drinks: Coffee, alcohol, or high-dose magnesium supplements
Medications: Metformin and prednisone
Infections & Conditions: COVID-19
Chronic Forms (ICD-10): K52.9 (noninfective gastroenteritis), K59.1 (functional diarrhea)
Infants: Teething or underlying infections
Treatment
Treatment Options for Diarrhea in Katy, TX
Treatment may include:
Hydration: Oral rehydration salts to replace lost fluids, sodium, and chloride, and to prevent dehydration.
Diet change: BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast) and bland, easily digestible foods to calm the gut.
Safe drugs: Over-the-counter medicines such as loperamide for adults or child-specific OTC medications to relieve symptoms.
Treatment by prescription: Specific antibiotics or anti-infective agents in cases of bacterial etiology, or other antiretroviral drugs depending on the underlying illness.
Specialist care: Our gastroenterologist in Katy provides personal assessments and continuous GI care to address chronic or severe conditions.
Why Choose GastroDoxs in Katy?
At GastroDoxs, we are determined to provide quick and precise diagnostics and customized treatment regimen to both acute and chronic diarrhea. A combination of the newest methods of testing and the care provided on a personal approach by our trained gastroenterologists will help to find out the causes of your symptoms and recover soon enough to get back to the usual lifestyle.
Whether you need simple hydration guidance, dietary support, or advanced prescription therapies, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Don't let diarrhea hold you back-call GastroDoxs in Katy or book your appointment online today to start feeling better.
We've successfully treated more than 10K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
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About the Author
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can coffee cause diarrhea?
Yes. Coffee with its caffeine can accelerate the digestion and provide stimulation to the intestines causing loose or watery stools in sensitive persons.
Does diarrhea result with magnesium?
Yes. Magnesium is absorbed in large doses (usually in supplements or laxatives) which attracted water into the intestines which may lead to diarrhea.
Is it possible to develop diarrhea under the influence of metformin?
Yes. One of the side effects of metformin is diarrhea, particularly at the start of the therapy or with an increase in dose.
ICD-10 code of chronic diarrhea?
The principal codes in use with regard to noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified, and K59.1, which is functional diarrhea areuse are K52.9 and K59.1.
Why then, after I have drunk alcohol, do I experience diarrhea?
Alcohol might irritate the lining of your gut and accelerate the intestinal contractions that, in turn, may cause a diarrhea or loose stools.
Which is the most suitable diarrhea medication in children?
The oral rehydration solutions are necessary to children; a pediatrician should recommend and administer any additional drug depending on the age and the symptoms of the child.
Does COVID cause diarrhea?
Yes. Covid-19 may present gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea as a result of the virus attacking the digestive tract.
Does prednisone bring about diarrhea?
It can. Normal digestive activity can be interfered with, leading to diarrhea or stomach ache, by prednisone and other corticosteroids.
Is diarrhea as a result of teething?
Introduction to solid food may not necessarily lead to diarrhea, commonly the loose stool among infants is caused by a virus or bacteria.
Does Tums help with diarrhea?
No. Tums stalemates stomach acid and can help alleviate heartburn, however, it did not treat the causes of diarrhea.
