Certain foods thicken the stools, including rice, bananas, yogurt , and cheese. An increase in fiber from whole-wheat grains and bran add bulk to the diet. Additionally, psyllium containing products such as Metamucil or similar products can be used to add bulk to the stools. Food eaten there should be prepared just prior to serving. Drink lots of liquids to replace the lost fluids.
Dehydration can develop in infants and small children within hours.
Campylobacter jejuni infection causes gastritis, gastric ulcers, and diarrhea. It is being recognized with increased frequency. This is what Campylobacter organisms look like through a microscope. This illustration shows the major organs of the digestive system. Their relative sizes and positioning in the body are also demonstrated.