What department should I go to for acute gastroenteritis?

Written by Yang Chun Guang
Gastroenterology
Updated on November 04, 2024
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Symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and fever may indicate acute gastroenteritis. It is recommended to register for the Department of Gastroenterology, as acute gastroenteritis is primarily treated within this specialty. However, if the hospital does not have a Department of Gastroenterology, you can register for the Department of Internal Medicine for further examination and treatment. But if a large number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and pus cells are found in the stool, it is likely not acute gastroenteritis but bacterial dysentery, and it is advisable to register with the Department of Infectious Diseases or proceed to an infectious disease hospital for formal treatment.

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Which department should I go to for acute gastroenteritis?

Acute gastroenteritis should be treated in the gastroenterology department of the hospital. Acute gastroenteritis is mostly caused by unclean food or excessive fatigue, with the main symptoms being abdominal pain and diarrhea, accompanied by signs of dehydration in the body. Treatment mainly involves the use of antibiotics to control the infection and antidiarrheal medications to treat diarrhea. It is important to promptly replenish fluids and water if there is significant dehydration. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, eating small meals frequently, and avoiding spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What to do about acute gastroenteritis?

Acute gastroenteritis is considered to be caused by unclean food or bacterial and viral infections. It is important to actively provide symptomatic treatment. For nausea and vomiting, use antispasmodic and antiemetic medications; for repeated diarrhea and dehydration, use intestinal firming and antidiarrheal medications; for obvious bacterial infections, antibiotics should be used, preferably quinolones. Be sure to drink plenty of water and replenish fluids in a timely manner. During the acute phase, do not eat anything to avoid overburdening the gastrointestinal tract. After recovery, increase the consumption of vegetables to enhance nutrition and improve the body's resistance. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How to rehydrate for gastroenteritis

Acute gastroenteritis is primarily characterized by symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea or vomiting, abdominal distension, fever, chills, etc. For fluid administration in such cases, the treatment varies based on the specific cause. If it is gastroenteritis caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications and astringents are typically used to stop diarrhea, along with rehydration. If it is bacterial enteritis, the type of fluid administered should primarily be anti-inflammatory. Moreover, if the patient experiences severe vomiting and diarrhea, accompanied by significant weakness, dizziness, poor skin turgor, and scanty urine, these are signs of dehydration. In such cases, the doctor will determine the severity of dehydration—whether it is mild, moderate, or severe—based on the patient's weight loss and will adjust the volume of fluids and electrolytes replenished accordingly.

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What to avoid eating with gastroenteritis

Patients with gastroenteritis need to pay special attention to their diet, especially avoiding spicy, greasy, and irritating foods. They should also avoid strong tea and coffee, as these are necessary to abstain from. It is advisable to consume more bland or easily digestible foods, such as noodles, egg custard, and rice soup. Under strict dietary control, if symptoms do not improve, medication may be necessary. Common medications include those that suppress gastric acid secretion and protect the gastric mucosa, as well as antibiotics. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Why does acute gastroenteritis cause dizziness?

Acute gastroenteritis is characterized by symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, or diarrhea. If the diarrhea is severe, there can be significant bodily dehydration, manifesting as fatigue or dizziness. It is important to promptly replenish body fluids and undergo infusion therapy. At the same time, proactive use of antibiotics and antidiarrheal medications is advised. The general treatment period lasts 3-5 days. After recovery, attention should be given to dietary adjustments, incorporating fresh green vegetables. It is advisable to eat some fruit and have meals regularly and in controlled quantities, while reducing consumption of spicy, greasy, and irritating foods. Appropriate outdoor exercises should be performed to help regulate gastrointestinal function. (Please follow the doctor's advice regarding medication use.)