I recently returned from a trip in the Caribbean and noticed
that I have several bouts of diarrhea with greenish looking stools. I do have
some nausea but no abdominal pain. Is this normal?
No dummy, green stools and diarrhea are not normal. You may have
acquired an infection that is causing gastroenteritis. You really do not need to see a doctor if
your symptoms are mild. Stool examination is not often productive and is a
waste of money. In any case, I suggest you drink ample fluids, avoid milk
related products for a few days. Do not use any medications that cause
constipation and remain well hydrated. In the majority of cases of viral
gastroenteritis, you will recover without any medical treatment.
See your doctor if the symptoms get
worse, if you have fever, abdominal pain or blood in the stools. At present,
just common sense home remedy should do the trick.
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