Diarrhea can often be stopped by using over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as loperamide (Imodium) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). Remember, though, that diarrhea caused by a virus or ...

Every year, nearly 500,000 children die from an easily curable condition: diarrhea. There's a simple and effective treatment: mixing oral rehydration salts — which are basically a mix of sugar and ...

You can often treat gastroenteritis with home remedies and OTC medications. Sometimes, you may need additional treatments. Gastroenteritis causes inflammation in your stomach and intestines. It leads ...

Tired of being sidelined by runner's diarrhea? Here's what experts recommend to get you back on the road. Rerouting your planned run, soiling your fave run shorts, and leaking like a water balloon are ...

A parent or caregiver needs to seek medical attention if the toddler’s diarrhea lasts more than 24 hours, is accompanied by a fever of 102°F (38°C) or higher, or there are signs of dehydration. While ...

Diarrhea during pregnancy is common and often clears up on its own. Dehydration from prolonged diarrhea can be harmful to both the pregnant person and the fetus. It's important to stay hydrated and ...

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