What Causes Stomach Cramps, Diarrhea, Dehydration, Dry Mouth And Mild Back Pain?

Posted on Sun, 10 Apr 2016

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Question : I woke up with stomach cramps, broke out into a cold sweat, had diahrrea, now have mild back pain and a dry mouth?

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (53 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It could be due to contaminated food or water.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description, it looks like you had Diarrhoea and the symptoms are related to dehydration.
It could be due to contaminated food or water.
I prescribe Antibiotic like Rifaximine along with a Pre and probiotic capsule to my patients with similar complaints.
You should take Oral rehydration solution.
You should go to ER and get appropriate prescription .
Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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