Question
The patient experienced a sudden onset of severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea in the early morning. The symptoms were so severe that they led to dehydration, blackness in the eyes, and difficulty breathing. The patient had visited a community hospital for emergency care and received intravenous treatment. They had multiple episodes of diarrhea throughout the day, felt weak, and suspected that it was related to eating leftover seafood and meat on that day. The patient inquired whether they needed to continue intravenous treatment and sought advice on oral medication for home use to avoid frequent visits to the hospital.
Answer
Based on the patient’s condition description and treatment status, if there are no symptoms of dry heaves, it may not be necessary to undergo another round of intravenous treatment. It is recommended to avoid fatty and spicy foods in the near future, maintain a light diet, drink plenty of water, and stay warm to prevent catching a cold. Routine blood tests showed an elevated white blood cell count and neutrophil percentage, indicating an infection. A follow-up test should be conducted after treatment. Additionally, the routine blood test results showed mild anemia, so it is advisable to consume nutrient-rich foods such as eggs and lean meat.