How to treat diarrhea?

Unfortunately, I have had some kind of unstable stool since childhood. Regular diarrhea against the background of good health. What is happening and why is this possible?

Unfortunately, I have had some kind of unstable stool since childhood. Regular diarrhea against the background of good health. It seems that her stomach doesn’t hurt, and she’s cheerful and cheerful. But no - again an opportunity. What is happening and why is this possible?

Zoya, Borisoglebsk

Vladimir Lushnikov, doctor of the highest category, specialist in rehabilitation medicine, Volgograd :

– Dear Zoya, of course, there are many reasons for bowel dysfunction. For example, “bear disease” is quite common. This condition is entirely controlled by the nervous system. People often encounter “bear sickness” when moving to a new job, before exams and important meetings. Depending on the state of the nervous system, stool liquefaction can occur in some people only in serious stressful situations, while in others it can occur against the background of any little thing.

To cope with the situation, it is recommended to take sedatives, and the drugs should not cause drowsiness. Otherwise, your ability to work and your normal life activities may suffer. Walk in the fresh air more often, relax, sleep at least 8 hours a day, do yoga or swimming.

If normalizing your lifestyle and sedatives do not help, it is recommended to consult a psychotherapist -
he will select more serious means and prescribe psychotherapy sessions, group or individual.

Anna Malyshkina, general practitioner of the 1st category, Moscow:

– The cause of diarrhea may be the predominance of plant foods rich in fiber in the diet. It actively stimulates intestinal motility and can contribute to frequent visits to the toilet. Diarrhea can be caused by vitamin deficiency and is often observed in girls and women on a diet. In this case, a short course of vitamin K helps normalize stool.

Diarrhea can be caused by drinking raw water, which should simply be replaced with bottled or purified through a filter. This is especially true in the summer, which is fraught with poisoning and diarrhea. Watch your water carefully, do not drink from springs and do not buy bottled drinks from your hands. The same goes for food. Unfortunately, today fast food has flourished. And there are still grandmothers selling pies from their hands. If you regularly treat yourself to such food, your bowel problems are not surprising. Remember: you can buy ready-made food only in specialized department stores and fast food cafes. Stalls with grilled chicken, roadside cafes with shawarma of dubious quality can cause irreparable harm to health, much more serious than just diarrhea.

Sometimes allergies are to blame for loose stools, which may be accompanied by a skin rash, runny nose or itchy eyes. If you have a couple of symptoms at the same time, go to an allergist, he will help identify the causative allergen.

Tatyana Kosheleva , specialist in modern herbal medicine, St. Petersburg :

– Well, finally, we got to gastroenterological problems. Diarrhea can be accompanied by most diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Periodic errors in diet, smoking or alcohol abuse can lead to the formation of gastritis. During exacerbation, abdominal pain, nausea and diarrhea are observed.

Sometimes diarrhea can be caused by a deficiency of pancreatic enzymes or stagnation of bile in the gallbladder. A disease of the 21st century - dysbiosis - can also cause changes in stool. Moreover, there may be a tendency to both diarrhea and constipation. In some cases, alternation of these states is possible. To check the condition of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the gallbladder, liver and pancreas, it is recommended to take a biochemical blood test and do an ultrasound of the abdominal organs. Based on the results of the examination, the doctor may prescribe additional tests to clarify the diagnosis and treatment.

At the moment of excitement, it is recommended to breathe using a special technique. This allows you to calm down and put your stomach in order. Before a stressful situation, close your eyes and imagine that you are inhaling the scent of a flower. Imagine how its aroma fills first all your lungs and then your body. While performing the exercise, a slight smile should appear on your face.