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Im on day 8/9 9 counting day zero of my covid infection. last night i start to have diarrhea. continued on threw today. im staying hydrated with gatorade and water. is this normal? or does this mean my infection is turing severe?

Q: im on day 8/9 9 counting day zero of my covid infection. last night i start to have diarrhea. continued on threw today. im staying hydrated with gatorade and water. is this normal? or does this mean my infection is turing severe?

: GI upset may occur during COVID-19 infection. A probiotic is often effective in reducing the symptoms. Banana,rice, applesauce and toast may be helpful in many cases. The illness usually improves within 2 weeks.

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

GI upset may occur during COVID-19 infection. A probiotic is often effective in reducing the symptoms. Banana,rice, applesauce and toast may be helpful in many cases. The illness usually improves within 2 weeks.

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Answered 12/31/2022

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A member asked:

Im on day 8/9 9 counting day zero of my covid infection. last night i start to have diarrhea. continued on threw today. im staying hydrated with gatorade and water. is this normal? or does this mean my infection is turing severe?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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