How long does acute gastroenteritis hurt?

Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
Updated on September 04, 2024
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Acute gastroenteritis, due to spasms in the gastrointestinal tract, involves significant pain. If the intestinal inflammation is minor, the symptoms of abdominal pain usually improve noticeably after defecation. However, if the inflammation is severe, the abdominal pain can be intense, with more frequent episodes of diarrhea, and the pain lasts for a longer duration. Medical treatment involves using medication to relieve spasms and pain, using antibiotics to eliminate the inflammation, and appropriately supplementing fluids to maintain the balance of water and electrolytes. If necessary, spasm-relieving medication can be administered by injection. At the same time, it is important to maintain a reasonable routine, ensure plenty of rest, and observe a good prognosis with active treatment. (Note: Medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor based on the specific condition.)

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How to thoroughly treat acute gastroenteritis?

The main treatment methods for acute gastroenteritis are as follows. Firstly, the patient should rest in bed. If the patient has persistent vomiting, or shows signs of dehydration caused by vomiting, it is necessary to promptly rehydrate the patient. Regarding the diet, it is advisable for the patient to consume liquid or semi-liquid foods, such as porridge and rice soup, to prevent dehydration. Secondly, it is crucial to treat the symptoms. If the patient has uncontrollable vomiting, we can administer antiemetic medications to alleviate this symptom. Thirdly, in the case of antimicrobial treatment, common gastroenteritis may involve bacterial infections, which require antibiotics for targeted treatment of infectious diarrhea. However, it is important to avoid overuse or misuse of these antimicrobial drugs. Furthermore, attention must be paid to dietary habits. It is essential to wash hands before meals and after using the toilet, and to properly disinfect raw vegetables, fruits, and meats, which should be thoroughly cooked before consumption, to effectively prevent the occurrence of gastroenteritis.

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How to reduce fever in acute gastroenteritis

Acute gastroenteritis generally manifests as fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If the fever does not exceed 38.5°C, antipyretic medications can be used, along with physical cooling methods such as wiping the patient's forehead, palms, and soles with a warm towel to facilitate heat dissipation through evaporation. If the fever exceeds 38.5°C, muscular injection of antipyretic drugs should be chosen, along with combined infusion therapy to prevent signs of physical collapse caused by high temperatures. At the same time, active use of antibiotics and antidiarrheal medications is advised. During treatment, a regular diet should be maintained, adopting the principle of eating small and frequent meals. Rest is important, and excessive fatigue should be avoided. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can I eat bread with gastroenteritis?

People with gastroenteritis should try to eat less bread, as bread is a type of fermented flour-based food that can cause increased gas production and acid reflux when consumed in excess. Due to some damage in the intestinal function of individuals with gastroenteritis and the disruption of gastrointestinal digestive functions, it is advisable to choose soft, easily digestible foods such as rice soup and vegetable soup, eat more vegetables, and drink plenty of fluids. If diarrhea occurs, it is important to actively use medications that stabilize the intestines and stop diarrhea. Severe diarrhea can lead to dehydration, which should be promptly treated with fluid replenishment.

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precursor of acute gastroenteritis

Acute gastroenteritis typically strikes suddenly, usually without specific early warning signs. By the time such premonitions occur, symptoms of acute gastroenteritis become quite evident, including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Generally, acute gastroenteritis is caused by consuming unclean food or food poisoning, leading to significant diarrhea. Frequent diarrhea can result in dehydration. Current treatment primarily focuses on symptomatic fluid and nutritional support, as well as antispasmodic pain relief. During the acute phase, it is advisable to abstain from food as much as possible. After symptoms subside, one can gradually consume some soft foods. Regular meals, adequate rest, and avoiding spicy, stimulating, greasy foods, as well as strong tea, coffee, and strong alcohol are recommended.

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Acute gastroenteritis pain level

The level of pain in acute gastroenteritis is generally divided into ten levels clinically: levels one to three are mild, four to six are moderate, and seven to ten are severe. This classification is mainly based on the patient's expression and self-perceived intensity of pain. In cases of acute gastroenteritis, there is often the possibility of experiencing spasms, or pain stimuli might trigger inflammatory infections. Generally, the pain is often above level eight. However, if there is mild pain, or it does not accompany fever, it is usually around level one to three. Therefore, once a patient experiences abdominal pain, an intramuscular injection of scopolamine butylbromide can be used to relieve the pain and help the patient stabilize.