• However, it is sometimes possible that an infection, illness, or disease will lead to dehydration. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • But for little kids and people with chronic illnesses, it can lead to dehydration that needs medical attention. (kidshealth.org)
  • Certain medications, such as diuretics and some blood pressure medications, also can lead to dehydration, generally because they cause you to urinate more. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Mild abdominal cramps with or without the presence of diarrhea before week 37 of pregnancy may be a sign of preterm labor. (pampers.com)
  • If you are living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or you frequently experience the symptoms of IBS, which include cramps, gas, bloating, and bowel movements alternating between diarrhea and constipation, talk to your healthcare provider about what you should do to manage this condition during pregnancy. (pampers.com)
  • Yes, diarrhea during your period is common and often tied to menstrual cramps caused by prostaglandins, chemicals released during your period that allow the uterus (and also the intestines) to contract. (everydayhealth.com)
  • The exact reasons why diarrhea occurs during your period aren't fully understood, but it is quite common and often tied to menstrual cramps. (everydayhealth.com)
  • Prostaglandin-related cramps and diarrhea usually occur in the first three days of your menstrual period. (everydayhealth.com)
  • Moderate exercise can help alleviate cramps by improving blood flow - and what works on cramps may work on diarrhea, too. (everydayhealth.com)
  • Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can cause diarrhea, along with bloating, nausea, and mild mood changes. (everydayhealth.com)
  • Diarrhea, as well as other gastrointestinal symptoms , such as bloating and nausea, may also occur during the week prior to your period. (everydayhealth.com)
  • The common symptoms of diarrhea include loose, frequent and watery stools with abdominal pain. (1mg.com)
  • Young children and pregnant women may be more likely to get dehydrated because of their diarrhea so they should drink plenty of fluids while ill. (cdc.gov)
  • Taking it easy at home and drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration are the best ways to ride out the illness. (kidshealth.org)
  • These complications, along with some diabetes medication, can increase the risk of diarrhea. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Diabetes and some of its complications can affect the digestive system, leading to persistent diarrhea. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • What are the complications of diarrhea? (nih.gov)
  • Oral rehydration solution or salt (ORS) is rightly called as "The Amrut in Dehydration" because is is one of the severe health complications caused by diarrhea in kids below 5 years of age. (1mg.com)
  • Diarrhea is mostly caused due to poor hygiene and sanitation but the serious complications are resulted due to severe dehydration seen in diarrhea. (1mg.com)
  • Caregivers should be aware of the warning signs of dehydration in toddlers because it can lead to serious health complications. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Diarrhea is generally described as abnormally frequent bowel movements that are more fluid than usual. (pancan.org)
  • Diarrhea is defined as the passage of three or more loose or liquid stools per day (or more frequent passage than is normal for the individual). (1mg.com)
  • Signs of dehydration include less frequent urination, no tears when crying, and cracked lips. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Diarrhea is frequent, soft or loose bowel movements (poop). (kidshealth.org)
  • Frequent, watery stools can cause dehydration. (healthychildren.org)
  • Diarrhea is frequent, loose, or watery bowel movements (BMs) that differ from a child's normal pattern. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Researchers estimate that about 179 million cases of acute diarrhea occur in the United States each year. (nih.gov)
  • What is diarrhea and when does it occur? (pancan.org)
  • The symptoms of dumping syndrome include watery diarrhea or feelings of low blood sugar that occur within 30 minutes to 2 hours after eating high-sugar foods. (pancan.org)
  • Studies of trips that are much longer than the average incubation period, e.g. a week for Cryptosporidium and Giardia, are less susceptible to these errors since there is enough time for the diarrhea to occur during the trip. (wikipedia.org)
  • Dehydration also can occur in any age group if you don't drink enough water during hot weather - especially if you are exercising vigorously. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Despite your best attempts to increase your cat's moisture consumption, it's possible that dehydration may still occur. (petmd.com)
  • If a patient experiences diarrhea, a journal may be helpful to track the onset, frequency, duration, stool consistency and self-care measures taken to control it. (pancan.org)
  • High-fibre foods increase the amount of water in your stool, which will cause more diarrhea, not less. (wikihow.com)
  • The primary outcomes were stool volume and duration of diarrhea. (mdpi.com)
  • Diarrhea occurs when not enough water is removed from the stool, making the stool loose and poorly formed. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Rapid passage (transit) of stool is a common cause of diarrhea. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Nerve damage in the gastrointestinal tract can impact the consistency and frequency of bowel movements and lead to diarrhea, constipation, and other problems. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Diarrhea is loose, watery stools (bowel movements). (medlineplus.gov)
  • Diarrhea is an increase in the volume, wateriness, or frequency of bowel movements. (msdmanuals.com)
  • The frequency of bowel movements alone is not the defining feature of diarrhea. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Up to one in five people with this complication will experience diarrhea , according to a study published in 2016. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • If the levels of enzymes produced naturally by the pancreas are insufficient, the patient may experience diarrhea. (pancan.org)
  • Everyone gets diarrhea from time to time, and many expectant moms may experience diarrhea during pregnancy. (pampers.com)
  • Although diarrhea isn't a sign of early pregnancy , it's possible that you may experience diarrhea or other digestive issues in your first trimester . (pampers.com)
  • Turtles may experience diarrhea, indicating an underlying issue or an improper diet. (turtletimes.com)
  • People with certain health conditions may also be more likely to experience diarrhea after drinking. (healthline.com)
  • People with irregular sleep schedules - including those who work night shifts or frequently pull all-nighters - may be more likely to experience diarrhea after drinking alcohol. (healthline.com)
  • Association between Severe Dehydration in Rotavirus Diarrhea and Exclusive Breastfeeding among Infants at Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital, Bandung, Indonesia. (qxmd.com)
  • This is a cross-sectional study in infants ≤ 6 months old with acute diarrhea in Dr. Hasan Sadikin Hospital, Bandung, Indonesia. (qxmd.com)
  • From 134 infants ≤ 6 months old with acute diarrhea enrolled from April 2009 to December 2012, there were 88 (65.6%) boys and 46 (34.4%) girls in this study. (qxmd.com)
  • From rotavirus positive subjects, severe dehydration occurred in 4 (12.6%) exclusively breastfed infants and 6 (21.5%) not exclusively breastfed infants. (qxmd.com)
  • Older children show signs of dehydration sooner than infants due to lower levels of extracellular fluid (ECF). (medscape.com)
  • [ 5 , 6 ] Rotaviruses are the most common global causes for dehydration and severe diarrheal disease in infants and young children. (medscape.com)
  • Infants in childcare settings can become infected with Giardia and bring the parasite home, causing diarrhea in family members. (kidshealth.org)
  • Diarrhea can be especially dangerous in newborns and infants. (medlineplus.gov)
  • citation needed] Infectious diarrhea acquired in the wilderness is caused by various bacteria, viruses, and parasites (protozoa). (wikipedia.org)
  • Almost 90% of travelers' diarrhea cases are caused by bacteria. (webmd.com)
  • This means that even minor illnesses, such as infections affecting the lungs or bladder, can result in dehydration in older adults. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Diarrhea is loose, watery stools three or more times a day. (nih.gov)
  • Dehydration can be categorized according to osmolarity and severity. (medscape.com)
  • Your veterinarian will administer fluid therapy either subcutaneously or by intravenous method, depending on the severity of the dehydration. (wellnesspetfood.com)
  • Recently, this method of treatment has been used in various situations and remarkable results in terms of controlling the severity of diarrhoea and mortality due to acute diarrhoea were obtained. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • And some people are given prophylactic antibiotics , which are very effective in preventing travelers' diarrhea, but the problem there is we don't feel very good about prescribing antibiotics for a number of reasons for someone if they don't need them. (webmd.com)
  • There are issues such as side effects, or of diarrhea caused by the antibiotics themselves, and increased antibiotic resistance in the normal organisms we harbor in our bodies. (webmd.com)
  • Eating cereal products, including many types of bread, can result in gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhea. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The negative fluid balance that causes dehydration results from decreased intake, increased output (renal, gastrointestinal [GI], or insensible losses), or fluid shift ( ascites , effusions, and capillary leak states such as burns and sepsis ). (medscape.com)
  • Migraine headache attacks often involve gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea, hinting at potential ties between these discomforts. (healthcanal.com)
  • Adsorbents: Attract diarrhea-causing substances from the digestive tract (e.g. (pancan.org)
  • Talk to your healthcare provider if you're having trouble with any digestive issues such as bloating or diarrhea in early pregnancy. (pampers.com)
  • High-fat foods speed up your digestive processes, which will just exacerbate your diarrhea issues. (wikihow.com)
  • Diarrhea can also be a side effect of some diabetes medications. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Talk to the healthcare team including the doctor or registered dietitian about pancreatic enzymes or other anti-diarrhea medications that may be appropriate. (pancan.org)
  • Older adults naturally have a lower volume of water in their bodies, and may have conditions or take medications that increase the risk of dehydration. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Can medications prevent travelers' diarrhea? (webmd.com)