Pepto-Bismol

I was was originally developed at the start of the 20th century. I like to be shaken up well, before you use me. Please do not use me if, you have bloody, or black stool. When using me, you may get darkening of the stool, and tounge. Whether you're suffering from heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, nausea, or diarrhea, I can provide the soothing relief you need. I come in all sorts of styles and packages.What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is the passage of loose and watery stools (more than 3 bowel movements per day) often associated with gassiness, bloating, and abdominal pain. It may also be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and fever. Diarrhea results to loss of body fluids and salts leading to dehydration of varying severity. Severe dehydration may cause death especially in children and the elderly. What are the types of diarrhea? Diarrhea is classified as either acute or chronic. Acute diarrhea is the sudden onset of abnormally frequent watery stools accompanied by weakness, flatulence (farting), abdominal pain and sometimes fever and vomiting. It may be caused by eating spoiled food. This lasts for 2 to 5 days. Chronic diarrhea lasts for more than 2 weeks and is associated with weight loss and anemia. This is usually caused by chronic use of laxatives or amoebiasis.