Take Oral Rehydration Fluids

Diarrhoea can cause a loss of electrolytes, which can lead to a dangerous health complications, especially in the very young and elderly.

Oral rehydration products replace the electrolytes and water that the patient is losing.

Also encourage your patient to drink water to reduce their likelihood of dehydration.

Avoid Drinking...

alcohol

caffeine

fruit juice

sugary and fizzy drinks

milk and dairy products

… as these may make the diarrhoea worse

dairy products

fried, fatty, greasy foods

spicy foods

processed foods

fruit and raw vegetables

… as these may make the diarrhoea worse

Transmission can be via contact with a contaminated surface, so

1. Wash hands well before and after preparing food and using the toilet

2. Use a hand sanitiser regularly

3. Don’t share cutlery, plates or drinking cups.

Stay home + rest to allow the body to recover