[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Diseases that attack the stomach and intestines are generally caused by bacteria, parasites, viruses, and some foods such as milk and fat, although some medications cause them.<\/span> Diarrhea is among these diseases\u2019 symptoms and therefore dehydration.<\/span><\/p>\n

Who is at a higher risk of getting sick?<\/h2>\n

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• Children under 5 years old<\/span><\/li>\n
• Seniors<\/span><\/li>\n
• Pregnant women<\/span><\/li>\n
• People with chronic diseases<\/span><\/li>\n
• People who eat in places with poor hygiene<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  What is diarrhea?<\/h2>\n

  Diarrhea is not a disease, but a symptom caused by an infection that started by eating spoiled food, contaminated water, intoxication, antibiotics, and even intolerance to milk and its derivatives, such as cheese and cream, among others.<\/span><\/p>\n

  It is characterized by having more than 3 bowel movements in 24 hours, or with a higher frequency than what is considered normal for the person.<\/span><\/p>\n

  The bowel movements can be soft, semi-liquid, or liquid.<\/span><\/p>\n

  It may be accompanied by a feeling of continuing to have an evacuation, abdominal pain or cramps, bowel movements, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, fever, discomfort, and weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n

  It can be caused by bacteria (enteric fever, cholera), viruses (hepatitis A, rotavirus), fungi, or parasites, most of which are spread by contaminated food or water.<\/span><\/p>\n

  The most serious threat of diarrhea is dehydration.<\/span><\/p>\n

  Advice<\/h2>\n

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  • Drinking water should always be boiled or bottled.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Always wash fruits and vegetables.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Avoid eating raw meat.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Wash your hands to prepare any food.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Keep your kitchen clean when preparing food.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Offer your family a balanced diet to avoid poor nutrition.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Check the expiration date of canned and packaged food.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Avoid eating food at street stalls.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Teach your children to wash their hands with soap and water before eating and after using the bathroom.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Breastfeed your baby, as it helps them develop defenses and resist diseases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    It is important to follow these recommendations and always take care of what we consume.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    At ABC Medical Center\u2019s Department of Internal Medicine<\/a>, we can provide you with specialized care. Contact us!<\/p>\n

    Fuentes:<\/strong>
    \nMexican Social Security Institute (IMSS)<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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