Patient's question:
Last night after eating, I'm currently vomiting and having diarrhea. I want to ask if vomiting, diarrhea, and watery stools are symptoms of acute gastroenteritis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, vomiting and diarrhea are generally considered to be caused by acute gastroenteritis due to improper diet. Therefore, the specific treatment should be symptomatic based on the patient's clinical presentation. If the patient experiences frequent nausea and vomiting, and significant amounts of dry heaves, leading to dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, then hospitalization for intravenous treatment is necessary. The specific dosage and usage of medications should be determined according to medical advice.