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What causes sudden stomach pain and diarrhea?

Mar 28, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Xuemei
Introduction
In general, sudden stomach pain and diarrhea may be caused by improper diet, cold exposure, irritable bowel syndrome, acute gastroenteritis, or gastrointestinal-type colds. During treatment, patients should eat a light diet and avoid overly greasy foods. It is important to maintain good dietary hygiene, stay warm, and avoid getting chilled. Eating should be regular and balanced, avoiding overeating or binge eating.

Diarrhea usually refers to loose or watery stools. In general, sudden stomach pain and diarrhea may be caused by factors such as improper diet, cold exposure, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acute gastroenteritis, or gastrointestinal-type colds. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Improper Diet

Consuming large amounts of spicy or stimulating foods, irregular eating habits, and similar causes often lead to symptoms such as diarrhea and stomach pain. Maintaining a balanced diet in daily life can help alleviate these symptoms.

2. Cold Exposure

If the abdomen is exposed to cold temperatures, it may trigger discomfort such as stomach pain and diarrhea. Drinking warm water regularly and keeping the body warm can help relieve these symptoms.

3. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

IBS is caused by disordered intestinal motility and is characterized by abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation. During acute episodes, patients may suddenly experience stomach pain and diarrhea. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as mebeverine hydrochloride tablets or alverine citrate capsules may be used for treatment.

4. Acute Gastroenteritis

Excessive consumption of cold foods, overeating, bacterial infections, and similar reasons commonly lead to acute gastroenteritis. Symptoms include stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Under medical supervision, oral medications such as levofloxacin tablets or omeprazole enteric-coated capsules may be prescribed for treatment.

5. Gastrointestinal-Type Cold

Viral infections causing gastrointestinal dysfunction typically result in symptoms such as vomiting, bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications such as pseudoephedrine hydrochloride tablets or montmorillonite powder may be used for treatment.

During treatment, patients should maintain a light diet and avoid overly greasy foods. It is important to practice good dietary hygiene, stay warm, and avoid getting chilled. Eating regular, moderate meals and avoiding overeating are also recommended.


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