medicall_editor Bali Belly: What Are the Symptoms and How to Cure It?
Bali belly symptoms and cure are very common topics among foreign tourists who are traveling to Bali.
Bali has been a popular tourist destination for many years. The island offers stunning views and breathtaking nature views, no wonder that many local and foreign tourists visit Bali for vacation every year. However, bear in mind that Bali usually has a different climate and hygiene standard than in your hometown. These factors often result in travelers getting sick once they’re in new and unfamiliar places. One of the illnesses that often attack foreign tourists is Bali Belly.
Bali Belly is a popular term for traveler’s diarrhea and other digestive problems. It often attacks foreign tourists and travelers when they’re visiting Bali. This illness can occur during any time of your stay. Bali Belly is usually caused by water and food contaminated with bacteria such as salmonella, escherichia coli, and shigella s. Eating local food is a must experience for most travelers when visiting a new country. However, bear in mind that Indonesia has a humid climate so bacteria will develop much faster in food. Other factors that may cause Bali Belly are sanitation factors such as how they store, process and serve meals. These reasons have a great contribution to the spreading of bacteria in food and can be the cause of Bali Belly. Therefore, travelers are suggested to learn more about Bali Belly symptoms and cure.
Do not hesitate to request a doctor to your location through Medi-Call Application, the doctor will examine your illness concerning Bali Belly symptoms and cure.
Bali Belly Symptoms and Cure
Bali belly symptoms and cure involve stomach problems and drinking water. Normally, symptoms of Bali Belly appear on an average of 1-10 days after consuming the contaminated food or drink. Symptoms of Bali Belly begins with fever and cramps, then sometimes followed by vomiting and diarrhea with blood. Due to a lack of fluids, the person will feel weak. The following are some of the symptoms of Bali Belly:
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Bloated stomach
- Abdominal pain
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Fever
Treatment
Someone infected with Bali Belly will feel weak due to the lack of fluids, therefore it is suggested to get enough hydration. Just like diarrhea, the best way to cure Bali Belly is to drink plenty of water. It is suggested to only drink clean water such as bottled water and filtered water. Drinking lots of water can reduce the risk of dehydration due to diarrhea. Drinking coconut water can also be a way to treat Bali Bally. Coconut water has a lot of minerals to replace the fluids that are lost due to diarrhea and vomiting. Moreover, coconut water can also help rehydrate a person’s body and boost the immune system. Make sure to get clean and safe coconut water.
In addition, drink oral rehydration drinks to replace lost salts and minerals. It is advised to avoid alcohol and spicy food. Dairy intake should also be limited because these types of food can make the condition to get worse. Instead, eat easily digested foods such as bananas, apples, soups, rice, and porridge. Antibiotics can be taken to kill the bacteria but only if it is advised by a doctor.
Traveler’s diarrhea or Bali Belly will lead to dehydration so rehydration must be done as soon as possible. The best way to get rehydration quickly is by getting fluid infusion or IV therapy. This medication will help the healing process faster. For further treatment or if the condition is getting worse, immediately seek medical care and advice by seeing a doctor.
To avoid Bali Belly in the future, it is suggested to only drink from bottled water, especially for water, always wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer before eating, order drinks without ice (to avoid the risk of ice being made using tap water), and also pay attention to food consumption, you should only consume foods that are fresh or freshly cooked, instead of foods that have been served for a long time.
If symptoms of Bali Belly appear, get a doctor to your location to help treat your illness concerning Bali Belly symptoms and cure. If you experience dehydration due to diarrhea, get Infusion / IV Therapy service to your location through Medi-Call application or contact Medi-Call Hotline at +62 81210783387.
