Food poisoning two weeks ago, and still have diarrhea. Anxiety is now playing up and making things worse
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It started two weeks ago, my household got food poisoning (I think it was from chicken). We all had the same symptoms fever, shivers, headache, diarrhea. I have no symptoms anymore apart from diarrhea. It's not as bad as it was but I am now anxious as to why I still have it when others in my household are back to normal. I went to the doctor last week and they said it just has to take it's course and they don't like giving antibiotics and would prefer if I got over it naturally. I have anxiety and worry alot also which doesn't help. How can I get over this? Is there something serious wrong with me?
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jan34534 teresa2012
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The doctor told you to let it run its course. Now you need to work on reducing the anxiety. Anxiety can definitely make it take longer to recover. anxiety can affect the digestive system so it’s in your best interest to relax in your body and mind. You’re going to be OK it’s just taking a little longer to feel better.
did they suggest the bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast diet? Also known as the.BRAT diet for diarrhea. those foods do not upset the digestive system.
stay hydrated with water because you are losing a lot of fluids. . take care and just let your doctor know if it continues on .
teresa2012 jan34534
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Thank you. It went away for 46 hours and came back today because I'm anxious. I am prolonging it with my fears and anxiousness so annoyed at myself. I keep worrying it's never going away and I'm afraid to eat other foods that are outside of the brat diet. It's all i think about and I know that's not helping. Thank you for responding and your help.
atz0000 teresa2012
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hello teresa. first of all, im so sorry you're going through that. i COMPLETELY feel your pain because i got food poisoning in july last year, and i felt unwell for so long after that. my stomach had gotten better, everything had gotten better - but my anxiety was giving me terrible bouts of nausea that i still feel whenever i think about it. i too, got it checked from my doctor and he couldn't find anything wrong with me. your best bet is to please try and relax, and affirm yourself that all is well. it's really difficult and rare for healthy adults to get fp/other stomach issues in general and it's only a matter of chance. please try eating bland foods for now that are gentle on your stomach, and take good care.
jan34534 teresa2012
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I wanted to mention that turmeric, or turmeric and ginger herbal tea has always helped me when I had stomach issues, such as bloating, diarrhea, etc. it actually helps to fight the bacteria in the stomach and intestines. I like to add a touch of honey to it. Very soothing!