Yellow diarrhea is primarily a violation of the normal functioning of the digestive tract (gastrointestinal tract). This disease should not be neglected, as this can lead to dehydration. And after the first signs of a weak stool, you need to find its cause. Further treatment depends on this.
Why is diarrhea yellow?
Yellow diarrhea is a liquid feces. It is a consequence of intoxication or the reaction of the body to interruptions in the digestive tract (gastrointestinal tract). The color of the stool and its consistency are of great importance, since they show the cause of diarrhea. For example, sick kids have green feces . And if there are blood spots in it, then this is a signal that the child urgently needs to be shown to an infectious disease doctor.
The concepts of "diarrhea", or "diarrhea"
Diarrhea, or, otherwise, diarrhea, is a stool that has a liquid consistency of feces and a characteristic odor. Over time, feces become more watery. At the same time, its color also changes. This may indicate the causes (and there may be many) of the disease. The color of the diarrhea helps to separate the diarrhea that has arisen due to food or water from that which began due to pathogens.
Causes of yellow diarrhea
When yellow diarrhea begins, the causes may be different. This color of liquid feces can be caused, for example, by dehydration of the body. For proper treatment, it is necessary to establish the cause of diarrhea. It can be caused by:
- intoxication;
- bacterial infection;
- hormonal disorders in the body;
- diabetes
- menopause;
- chemical poisoning;
- menstrual irregularities;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- in the postoperative period;
- violation of the thyroid gland;
- gastritis and ulcers;
- taking medications;
- viral infection;
- stress, prolonged depression, nervous strain.
Yellow diarrhea can be caused by salmonella, hepatitis viruses or herpes simplex. Sometimes loose stools are a consequence of taking antibiotics. But more often, the yellow color of diarrhea indicates an infection present in the human body. Diarrhea can occur due to a change in food and water. This reason is most often observed among tourists who often visit different countries and regularly encounter food and drink of different quality. Products unusual for the body may contain foods that have never been consumed in a lifetime. And the body can respond to them with diarrhea. A common cause of diarrhea is dysbiosis or helminths.
Yellow diarrhea in an adult can occur due to stress (exams, problems at work, in the family or in personal life). The cause is often a rotavirus infection or eating fruits and vegetables that have been treated with chemicals. Diarrhea can occur due to stomach flu or after contact with infected people. Often the yellow color of diarrhea indicates a serious illness:
- hepatitis or other disorders of the liver;
- pancreatitis;
- gastroduodenitis;
- thyroid disorders.
The occurrence of yellow diarrhea in children
Why does yellow diarrhea appear in a child? If the child is not yet a year old, then diarrhea is a common occurrence. Another thing is if it started suddenly, and especially in children older than one year.
The reason may be the use of fruit and vegetable juices. Therefore, doctors strictly monitor the diet when lactation of infants begins. Diarrhea can also appear after switching to solid foods. In addition to the above, there can be several reasons for diarrhea:
- poor hygiene (dirty hands or toys);
- cutting teeth;
- fever;
- colds.
In feces, there may be blood, mucus, pieces of undigested food. In any case, if a child develops diarrhea, it is necessary to consult an infectious disease doctor to exclude infection with dysentery. It must be remembered that the children's body is very sensitive to dehydration, and its consequences can be very serious.
When yellow diarrhea indicates serious illness
Yellow diarrhea in children can talk about serious diseases if:
- the cause of the disease is stale foods or unwashed fruits and vegetables;
- with diarrhea, the temperature rises sharply (from thirty-eight degrees and above);
- it bothers for a long time, and it has blood and mucus;
- diarrhea arose for no apparent reason;
- diarrhea is accompanied by sharp abdominal pain;
- urine has become much darker;
- lips, skin began to crack ;
- urine disappeared, no tears;
- skin and eyes turned yellow;
- diarrhea is collective in nature;
- diarrhea appeared after a trip abroad.
When is diarrhea necessary to consult a doctor?
It is necessary to pay attention to the duration of diarrhea. If neither medications nor folk remedies help during the week, then you need to see a doctor, as the cause may lie in diseases of various internal organs. You should also consult a doctor immediately if the stool suddenly turns red, black or yellow. This may indicate internal bleeding or the presence of inflammatory processes.
Features of the treatment of yellow diarrhea
In some cases, with diarrhea, it is necessary to call an ambulance (symptoms especially apply to children under one year old):
- if the color of the diarrhea turns yellow;
- nausea does not stop;
- vomiting has begun;
- the child cries without tears (threat of dehydration);
- a sunken fontanel or eyes is noticeable;
- dryness or yellowing of the skin;
- feces contain a lot of watery discharge, mucus or blood.
How to treat diarrhea?
There are several ways to treat yellow diarrhea. It all depends on the neglect of the disease. For example, adults with diarrhea do not always see a doctor on time. As a result, the disease starts, and instead of treating with pills, doctors have to put droppers to avoid dehydration. In any case, with diarrhea, it is better to consult a doctor. Yellow diarrhea can be treated with:
- Diet and proper nutrition. All products causing fermentation and rotting are excluded. Dishes should be mashed, semi-liquid, steamed or in water. Very cold or hot foods are excluded. It is necessary to eat five to six times daily in small portions. With diarrhea, you can not eat fatty meat, sausage and other meat products. Fatty broths, canned food, salted fish are excluded. As well as any dairy products, cereals, eggs, sweets, spices and sauces. Of bakery products, only crackers can be consumed. You can not drink carbonated drinks, cocoa with milk and coffee.
- Medication. Adults can drink activated charcoal, Kaopektat, Smectu, Linex, etc. Doctors can prescribe Enterosgel, Polyphepan, Baktisubtil, Lactobacterin, Bifidobacterin.
- Folk recipes (starch, herbs, etc.).
- Acupuncture
- Homeopathy.
- Purification of toxins and toxins.
During treatment of diarrhea, the possibility of dehydration of the body is primarily excluded. Therefore, it is necessary to drink as much fluid as possible. This and the appointment of probiotics form the basis of treatment. Forms of influenza that have appeared in modern times are often accompanied by yellow diarrhea. Patients can confuse this with an intestinal disorder and, with independent treatment, start taking the wrong drugs. And this only makes the disease worse. You should also be examined twice a year in the clinic.