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12 Causes of Diarrhea that Need to be Watched Out for, One of Them is Due to Bacteria

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Kapanlagi.com - Diarrhea is a digestive disorder that affects the digestive system with symptoms of more frequent bowel movements than usual. This condition is also accompanied by other symptoms such as cramps, abdominal pain, and even fluid deficiency. The cause of diarrhea is generally caused by germs, although there are other causes that can trigger someone to experience diarrhea.

Maintaining digestive health is certainly important to prevent certain health disorders. Maintaining a healthy diet or eating pattern is also a must-do routine to keep the digestive system healthy. However, unfortunately, even if you have maintained a healthy diet, often contaminated food contains bacteria and germs that cause health problems in the digestive system.

One of the most common digestive disorders caused by germs and bacteria is diarrhea. Yes, the cause of diarrhea is mostly experienced by people who consume food contaminated with bacteria and germs. As a result, they experience diarrhea, which makes the frequency of bowel movements more frequent than usual, more watery, accompanied by other symptoms.

This digestive health disorder can affect anyone regardless of age and can last for a certain period of time. Do not underestimate it, diarrhea can cause a decrease in overall health such as weakness, dehydration, dizziness, and abdominal pain. Even diarrhea can be a sign that the body is experiencing certain diseases.

So what are the causes of diarrhea?

The causes of diarrhea are found in several points below. For a more complete review, read the following discussion on the causes of diarrhea that need to be aware of, summarized from various sources.

 

1. Causes of Diarrhea Due to Bacterial Infection

The first cause of diarrhea is due to bacterial infection. Bacterial infections can occur when you consume contaminated food. When the food enters the digestive system, bacteria will trigger the body to experience diarrhea. As a result, the person will have more frequent bowel movements and have looser stools than usual. Various bacteria that can cause diarrhea include Escherichia coli, salmonella, shigella, campylobacter, and vibrio cholerae.

 

2. Diarrhea Due to Bacterial and Viral Infections

Both viruses and bacteria, as microorganisms with very small sizes, can also cause diarrhea. The viral infection will cause the sufferer to experience several health disturbances. Viruses can damage and even reproduce in certain bodies, triggering diseases.

In this case, viral and bacterial infections can be acquired by a person through food and drinks that enter the body. Infection can also occur when using the same personal items or touching non-sterile objects that cause diarrhea.

 

3. Causes of Diarrhea Due to Food Intolerance

Diarrhea due to food intolerance can also be experienced by some people. This is because some people may have food intolerances that make them vulnerable to health disorders such as diarrhea.

Several foods and drinks that usually cause intolerance are milk and other dairy products, gluten, caffeine, and fructose. Food intolerance that occurs due to milk and other products is also known as lactose and casein intolerance.

 

4. Diarrhea Due to Side Effects of Medication

The next cause of diarrhea can also occur due to the side effects of medication. As is known, certain medications can cause side effects, one of which is experiencing diarrhea. This condition can occur within a short period of time after consuming the medication. One type of medication that can cause diarrhea as a side effect is antibiotics. Consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary to receive immediate treatment.

 

5. Diarrhea Due to Food Allergy

The cause of diarrhea can also be due to certain food allergies. This condition is experienced by some people who are allergic to certain foods. Diarrhea due to food allergies can occur after consuming certain foods, causing the stomach to feel cramps, having a more frequent bowel movement than usual, and having looser stools. This cause is different from diarrhea due to food intolerance. There are certain symptoms that can be marked by diarrhea due to food allergies, such as the appearance of red rashes or even difficulty breathing. Immediate examination is necessary to address this condition.

 

6. Diarrhea Due to Digestive Inflammation

The cause of diarrhea due to digestive disorders such as inflammation can also occur. Some conditions of digestive inflammation include Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and microscopic colitis. Consultation with a doctor is necessary to ensure that the condition can be properly managed.

 

7. Diarrhea Due to Intestinal Disease

Intestinal diseases are also potentially susceptible to diarrhea with accompanying symptoms. This condition can be caused by several factors such as antibiotic consumption, bacteria, other underlying diseases, and tissue damage in the intestinal lining. Further treatment is necessary if there is a history of intestinal disease.

 

8. Diarrhea Due to Gallbladder Surgery

The gallbladder is located in the upper right abdomen and functions to store bile fluid from the liver. The gallbladder can experience problems that require removal. However, the process of gallbladder surgery can actually cause other effects, one of which is diarrhea as reported by healthline.com. It's not just gallbladder surgery, but surgery in the abdominal area also has the potential to trigger diarrhea.

 

9. Diarrhea Due to Radiation Therapy

The cause of diarrhea can occur due to ongoing radiation therapy. The side effects of this therapy can cause diarrhea, especially in cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Therefore, after undergoing therapy, consumption of bananas, porridge, and high-fiber foods can be avoided to help alleviate diarrhea symptoms.

 

10. Diarrhea Due to Food Malabsorption

The cause of diarrhea can also occur due to food malabsorption. This condition is one of the health disorders that causes sufferers to have difficulty in absorbing nutrients from food. One of the symptoms that can arise from food malabsorption is experiencing persistent diarrhea. Examination is needed to overcome the diarrhea suffered.

 

11. Diarrhea Due to Thyroid Gland

Diarrhea can also be caused by health disorders such as the thyroid gland. This condition can trigger someone to experience diarrhea due to the amount of thyroid hormone in the body. Excess thyroid hormone can cause more frequent bowel movements and watery stools, or what is called diarrhea.

 

12. Diarrhea Due to Lack of Hygiene

As previously known, diarrhea can be caused by bacterial and germ infections that enter the body. Bacterial, germ, or viral infections can be obtained not only from food, but also from daily lifestyle. In this case, if cleanliness is not maintained, it can trigger diarrhea. Because an environment that is not well-maintained indirectly becomes a breeding ground for bacteria. Especially if you accidentally touch certain areas that have been contaminated with bacteria and then consume food without washing it first.

So those are 12 causes of diarrhea that need to be aware of, one of which is vulnerable due to germs. Further examination is needed to prevent and treat diarrhea properly.

 

(kpl/nlw)

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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