How to treat repeated diarrhea?

Question
Hello doctor,
I have had diarrhea for 2 days, the frequency of bowel movements during the day is a lot. I have taken 3 sachets of Smecta, 3 capsules of Oresol for 2 days now but have not seen any relief of symptoms, still going to the water often leading to exhaustion. I have a history of high blood pressure (take medicine every day), stomach congestion (treated 2 years ago). My current blood pressure is 120/84, heart rate 84. The doctor asked me how to treat repeated diarrhea? Thank you doctor.
Nguyen Hoang Vinh (1990)
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Vu Tan Phuc - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “How to treat repeated diarrhea? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
You have diarrhea many times, the frequency of bowel movements is high, your symptoms may not be mild because most cases of abdominal pain, diarrhea will self-limit or after Take the drug for 1-2 days. You have taken Smecta and Oresol for 2 days, 3 packs per day, the dose is not very high.
You can increase the dose of Smecta to 4-6 packs/day with plenty of water and follow up. If you still have diarrhea, you should see a medical facility so that your doctor can test your blood to see if you have an infection, an electrolyte disorder, and then have an appropriate treatment.
If you still have questions about repeated diarrhea, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!