What Should A Diabetic Drink When Having Diarrhea?

Posted on Wed, 8 Jun 2016

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Wed, 8 Jun 2016 Answered on

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Question : What should a diabetic drink when having diarrhea?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Water

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The best option and drink for any diarrhea remains water. As much as possible.
What you are probably talking about is the ORS powder. In such situation, you will need to take salt with water. Mild sugar can be added so that saline itself does not cause emesis.
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Best of luck. Dr Mittal

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