Diarrhea
Alternate Names : Frequent Bowel Movements, Loose Bowel Movements, Stools - Watery
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Diarrhea: Prevention
You can reduce your chances of getting infectious diarrhea if you:
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Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom and before eating.
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Avoid contaminated food, utensils, or other objects.
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Teach children to not put objects in their mouth.
When taking antibiotics, try using Lactobacillus acidophilus, a probiotic or healthy bacteria. This helps replenish the good bacteria that antibiotics can kill otherwise leading to diarrhea.
When traveling to underdeveloped areas, follow the steps below to avoid diarrhea:
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Drink only bottled water and DO NOT use ice.
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DO NOT eat uncooked vegetables or fruit without a peel.
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DO NOT eat raw shellfish or undercooked meat.
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DO NOT consume dairy products.
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