Preeti Jain Preeti Jain Asked 6 months ago

What to drink when vomiting and diarrhoea?

My little daughter has been having both vomiting and diarrhea, and she's very weak. What kinds of fluids should I give her to keep her hydrated and help her feel better? I'm worried about her.

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Anil Gupta Anil Gupta Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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With both vomiting and diarrhea, dehydration is a serious risk, especially for diabetics. ORS is non-negotiable here, as it balances electrolytes without spiking sugar too much. Avoid fruit juices or sugary drinks completely. Monitor blood sugar levels closely and consult your doctor quickly.

Neha Sharma Neha Sharma Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Oh no, both together? That sounds terrible. I guess lots of water and ORS right? My friend had it once and she said she couldn't keep anything down. Is there anything else that helps settle the stomach a bit?

Ruchika Singh Ruchika Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey, that's seriously rough! Don't even think about food for a bit. Just focus on ORS. Small sips, often. Seriously, that's the only thing that'll help with the dehydration from both. Don't stress, just sip, sip, sip!

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

This is not something to self-treat beyond initial rehydration. If you have both, severe dehydration is a real risk. Go to a good hospital, and ask your doctor clearly about the best rehydration strategy, maybe even IV fluids. Don't delay.

Chef Rahul Chef Rahul Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Ugh, both together, that's a culinary nightmare! Forget about taste for a bit. Just stick to ORS. It's not glamorous but it's effective. Maybe some very bland clear broth if you can manage it later. No spicy, rich food until you're completely fine!

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Meera Joshi Meera Joshi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

When my kids get this, it's always ORS first. No juice, no milk, no soda. Just ORS or plain water, given in tiny spoonfuls or sips every few minutes, especially for children. It's tough but critical to prevent them from getting too weak. If it's persistent, I always take them to the pediatrician.

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