Patient's question:
Not long ago, after having a meal with friends, I felt that my stomach wasn't very comfortable. Recently, the recurrence of diarrhea has been happening frequently, so I underwent a thorough examination and was found to have gastroenteritis. My friend said that eating some fiber can help alleviate it, so I wanted to ask if it's okay to consume fiber when suffering from gastroenteritis and experiencing frequent diarrhea?Doctor's answer:
Since cellulose promotes gastrointestinal motility, it is not suitable to consume Centrum when suffering from gastroenteritis and diarrhea. Oral medications to regulate gastrointestinal function, such as probiotics, can be taken. If the intestines are infected, antibiotics can also be consumed for treatment. In daily diet, it is recommended to eat warm and easily digestible foods as the foundation. Avoid consuming excessively cold, spicy, or hard foods. Drink plenty of water, get adequate rest, and avoid staying up late.