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Why does a one off bout of diarrhea leave you feeling so wiped out and how to counteract ?

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gingeroots · 12/11/2016 11:40

I've got rather a dodgy digestive system ( shortened following surgery ) so will often get an attack of cramps and diarrhea . Not that different from IBS attacks .

but why does it make me so weak ,especially my legs and how can I hasten recovery time ?

Oral rehydration salts ?( Dioralyte )

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Smartleatherbag · 12/11/2016 11:45

Yeah, rehydration is really it. And patience, but that is hard!

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maisiejones · 13/11/2016 01:53

Yes, Dioralyte or similar. When you have diarrhoea you lose potassium and sodium which makes you feel weak.

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KingJoffreysRestingCuntface · 13/11/2016 01:56

Dehydration does weird stuff to you.

Drink frequently. Small glass every half hour. And take it slow and steady. You're still unwell.

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Manumission · 13/11/2016 02:01

Yes, electrolytes are what you need.

Any combo of salt and sugar will do if you run out of diarilyte.

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