What to do about watery stools

May 14, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhou Chao

Introduction

Watery stools may be caused by unhygienic diet, intolerance to local water and food, schistosomiasis, or other reasons, and symptomatic treatment should be provided based on the patient's condition. If the consumed food has already spoiled or deteriorated, large amounts of bacteria may proliferate within it. After ingestion, these bacteria may enter the body and irritate the gastrointestinal tract, causing mucosal damage and increased secretion of fluids.

Watery stools may be caused by unhygienic diet, water incompatibility (acclimatization issues), schistosomiasis, or other reasons. Symptomatic treatment should be based on the patient's specific condition. The detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Unhygienic diet

If consumed food is spoiled or rotten, large amounts of bacteria may proliferate within it. After ingestion, these bacteria can enter the body and irritate the gastrointestinal tract, causing damage to the mucosa, increased fluid secretion, frequent bowel movements, and resulting in watery stools.

2. Water incompatibility (acclimatization issues)

When entering a new environment where dietary habits, climate, or water quality change suddenly, the body may fail to adapt promptly, leading to intestinal flora imbalance and gastrointestinal dysfunction, which can also trigger such symptoms.

3. Schistosomiasis

This is a type of parasitic disease. If in contact with an infected individual, the schistosomes present can penetrate the skin and enter the body, causing schistosomiasis. The parasites reside in the intestines, leading to abnormally frequent intestinal motility and resulting in this symptom.

In addition, watery stools may also result from chronic enteritis, intestinal polyps, rectal cancer, or other causes. It is recommended to visit a hospital to determine the underlying cause of watery stools and receive appropriate treatment. In daily life, maintain a light diet and avoid consuming undercooked food.

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