The inflammatory process, covering the intestines and stomach, is the main manifestation of gastroenteritis. The factors for its excitation are many, therefore the given disease can be infectious in nature or be a consequence of drug treatment, as well as the use of a number of food products.
After food poisoning, the alimentary form of the disease is diagnosed. To its development can result and the use of too sharp and overly flavored dishes, and also drinks with the high maintenance of alcohol. This is due to the fact that these foods and drinks have an irritating effect on the mucous membrane lining the intestines and stomach.
The main manifestations of alimentary gastroenteritis
For this disease, the acute course is predominantly characterized, bright symptoms are noted a few hours after poisoning. First of all, fever, nausea and pain in the abdomen( near the navel) are noted, which are somewhat similar to contractions during childbirth.
Then, vomiting starts, in which the vomit contains whole pieces of previously consumed food, and also have a special odor identical to acetone.
With alimentary gastroenteritis, there are also intestinal disorders, as well as increased gas production. In addition, body temperature can rise.
In the absence of timely medical assistance, a result may be fatal, especially after poisoning of children of primary and secondary school age.
Features of treatment of alimentary gastroenteritis
Various laboratory tests are conducted to determine the cause of the development of this disease, during which a product that prompts the development of the inflammatory process is identified.
Acute symptoms of alimentary gastroenteritis require immediate hospitalization and continuous monitoring of specialists. When you enter a medical institution, the patient is washed with the stomach, in some cases laxatives are given to purify the intestine.
In the first day of the appearance of gastroenteritis after poisoning, it is necessary to maintain a strict diet, which consists of abundant drinking and a complete ban on the use of any food. With pronounced intoxication, glucose is injected.
Drug treatment of alimentary gastroenteritis consists in taking medications that are aimed at normalizing microflora, as well as preparations containing useful enzymes.
The list of preventive measures after poisoning and diagnosis of alimentary gastroenteritis includes a number of specific actions. To prevent this disease, you must constantly monitor your personal hygiene and follow all the rules. In addition, it should be responsible to approach the preliminary processing of food, as well as to exclude from the daily diet products containing a large amount of fiber and animal fat.