The digestive system of human beings is one of its Achilles heels and certain pathologies often cause acute or chronic disorders such as diarrhoea. Diarrhoea can be fatal for infants and very distressing for adults, but must always be controlled quickly.
Diarrhoea, annoying and frequent disorders
Diarrhoea is one of the diseases that human beings have to deal with from their first months until adulthood. These types of disorders affecting the digestive system are indeed very common pathologies, yet their manifestations are very uncomfortable or even humiliating. There are many factors that can cause diarrhea and usually it is just the result of a foreign body infiltrating the body. Parasites, microbes and viruses are the main causes of diarrhoea. Thus, poor dietary hygiene most often exposes a person to the attack of these foreign bodies. But sometimes, diarrhoea can also be explained by an intolerance or unsuitability of the body to certain types of food. Some medications also have the appearance of diarrhea as a side effect. In very rare cases, these disorders are also the result of psychological problems, stress or even great nervousness. In infants, diarrhoea can also occur during teething and the increase in salivary secretion that it causes. Depending on the causes of the diarrhoea, it can be chronic or acute and last for several days.
The main symptoms
Diarrhoea always presents itself with a considerable increase in the frequency of bowel movements. Victims are then forced to go to the toilet at least three times a day and the resulting stool is in a liquid or semi-liquid state with a color that can range from yellow to green. Generally, victims of such a disorder also suffer from abdominal pain. These signs are common to all types of diarrhea, but each pathology is also accompanied by other symptoms. Thus, vomiting and fever may accompany these usual signs of diarrhea. In some cases, there may also be a feeling of great fatigue and abdominal emptiness.
Homeopathic remedies to relieve diarrhoea
Apart from taking homeopathic medicines for each type of diarrhoea, it is important to drink plenty of water. These disorders can cause significant dehydration, especially in babies and young children. There are various types of homeopathic products that can help better manage diarrhea depending on the symptoms that occur. For diarrhea from fruit consumption, Oleander is the ideal remedy. Aconite, on the other hand, shows better results when the symptoms have been caused by a simple cold in the stomach. Parents should give their children Podophyllum when they have diarrhea during teething periods. This same product is also ideal if the stools are abundant and yellow in color with bile and the patient is also prone to cramps and cold sweats. Magnesia carbonica is effective in remedying diarrhoea in infants with watery, greenish-coloured stools with a fairly strong odour.
In addition, China is the most suitable homeopathic product for cases of diarrhoea caused by the use of certain types of medicines such as antibiotics. This same product can also help those who suffer from painless but tiring diarrhea with signs of flatulence throughout the abdomen. If the diarrhoea intensifies after each meal, taking Natrum Sulfuricum is advised. In the case of diarrhoea that appears after excessive consumption of alcohol or laxative products, Nux Vomica is often the appropriate solution. For cases of burning stools accompanied by bilious vomiting, Iris Versicolor is the best solution. Diarrhoea of psychological origin can be relieved by taking Gelsemium and proven cases of food poisoning can be treated with Arsenicum Album.
When to see a doctor?
Diarrhoea is a difficult disorder to manage, especially when certain signs appear at the same time as the usual symptoms. In such cases, medical consultation is imperative because it often happens that specific medications must be taken quickly. Thus, when an infant loses weight rapidly and is struck by severe fatigue or drowsiness, the advice of a doctor is more than necessary and hospitalization is to be expected. Persistent diarrhoea that does not improve after three days of treatment should also be checked. Similarly, if the stool also contains mucus or blood, the victims should also be consulted. Finally, many tropical diseases can also cause acute diarrhoea that cannot be treated by self-medication. Therefore, if the signs of diarrhoea appear after a trip to a high-risk country, it is best to consult a doctor directly.
