Fever after diarrhea

Jun 01, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhou Chao

Introduction

In general, diarrhea refers to loose or watery stools, and fever refers to an elevated body temperature. Both diarrhea and fever are typical symptoms indicating bodily abnormalities, possibly caused by factors such as food poisoning, gastroenteritis, intestinal infection, etc. Besides these common causes, they may also result from conditions like gastritis, ulcerative colitis, or Crohn's disease. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital.

Generally speaking, "la duzi" refers to diarrhea, and "fa shao" refers to fever. Both diarrhea and fever are typical symptoms indicating abnormalities in the body, possibly caused by food poisoning, gastroenteritis (intestinal flu), enteritis, or other factors. The details are as follows:

1. Food Poisoning

Food poisoning usually occurs from consuming contaminated food. Bacteria, viruses, and toxins involved may also cause fever and diarrhea. For example, Salmonella and Staphylococcus bacteria often contaminate food and beverages, leading to poisoning and commonly resulting in symptoms such as diarrhea and fever. It is recommended to drink plenty of water to promote metabolism, which helps alleviate symptoms.

2. Gastroenteritis (Gastrointestinal Cold)

Gastroenteritis caused by infection with Coxsackievirus mixed with bacterial agents can also lead to symptoms of diarrhea and fever. Under a doctor's guidance, patients may use medications such as lactulose oral solution and lactase tablets to help relieve symptoms.

3. Enteritis

Enteritis is caused by infections from various bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, with symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever. Patients may follow medical advice to take medications such as Kushen capsules or minocycline hydrochloride capsules to alleviate symptoms.

Besides the above common causes, conditions such as gastritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease may also be responsible. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation to determine the exact cause and receive targeted treatment. In daily life, maintain healthy habits and avoid spicy or irritating foods, which may otherwise hinder recovery.

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