By Pure Matters Just as simple things can upset your digestive
system, simple changes can help. The following tips can help
prevent or relieve digestive ills. See your health care provider
if symptoms persist. Although diarrhea can make you feel
miserable, it is rarely cause for concern. Bacteria, viruses,
emotional upset, stress, and certain drugs can cause diarrhea,
says the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney
Diseases (NIDDK). Most of the time, diarrhea in adults goes away
by itself. If you notice blood or mucus in your stool; have a
fever of 102 degrees or higher, diarrhea for more than three
days, or severe pain in the abdomen or rectum; or if repeated
vomiting or signs of dehydration develop, call your doctor. To
help prevent or relieve diarrhea, follow these suggestions: - DO
drink glucose-electrolyte solutions. - DO eat if you feel like
eating. - DO avoid caffeine, alcohol, milk products, and foods
that are greasy, high in fiber, or very sweet while you have
diarrhea. - DO wash cut