You may be able to treat mild cases of acute diarrhea at home, with steps like:
drinking more water or rehydration drinks, including oral rehydration solutions or sports drinks asking a pharmacist or doctor whether you can take any over-the-counter antidiarrhea medications resting oiding irritating foods, eating bland foods instead»Learn more:Foods to eat and foods to oid when you he diarrheaTalk with a pharmacist or doctor for their recommendations before using oral rehydration solutions if you are an older adult or he other health conditions, such as a weak immune system, diabetes, or kidney disease. Also, doctors often recommend against giving children and infants over-the-counter diarrhea medications.
In more severe cases, you may need fluids through intrenous (IV) therapy, such as in a healthcare center or hospital. If a bacterial infection is the cause of your diarrhea, a doctor may also prescribe antibiotics.
Your medical team will decide your treatment based on:
the severity of the diarrhea and related conditionthe frequency of the diarrhea and related conditionthe degree of your dehydration statusyour health and medical historyyour ageyour ability to tolerate different procedures or medicationsexpectations for improvement of your condition»Learn more:Quick remedies for diarrhea