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And bland diet. Banana, rice, toast, saltine crackers with a little butter, red jello, graham crackers, bouillon cubes that make chicken broth (loads of sodium), or chicken and rice soup. Vanilla wafers, electrolyte beverages and just plain ginger ale and 7 up or sprite. Imodium per the package directions. Decrease stressful environment, nature tv shows or Smithsonian with cruise ships and trains. Minimize stress and children and pets unless they bring calm.
If there is no medical cause..ie, medications or other GI problem is there something that he is eating that will set this off? And how long does the episode last? I have to tell you after going through more days of constipation with my Husband I would have wanted an OCASSIONAL bout of diarrhea. The important thing, if he is incontinent and wearing absorbent briefs make sure he is cleaned very well, lots of "nooks and crannies" and skin irritation is possible. Using a barrier cream will help but pat it on lightly do not rub it on thick.
You can try the higher fiber meals or adding things that have a higher fiber. And you can try some of the OTC products for diarrhea that might help.
Keep track of what he has consumed via liquids or solids on the days he has diarrhea. For my husband, cranberry-apple juice in large quantities (20 ounces or more) and caffeinated coffee were the causes. For constant diarrhea, a condition called c-diff can be a cause.
Coffee is well known for its ability to speed up motility. (I really struggled to find a way to put this nicely!) It can be a help to anyone who has a problem with constipation, but it's best drunk very early in the morning for that reason, or straight away after returning home from work. It's best avoided it a person has an upset stomach. Tea is better for you. Even though it also has caffeine, it's not as concentrated and tea is more hydrating. Peppermint tea is excellent for soothing the digestive system.
Bananas! They provide potassium which gets depleted in the diarrhea. Bananas also help to firm up the bowel movements. Either feed him bananas whole or added to dishes. Banachol, a powdered banana powder used in hospitals, or banana powder can be added to everything to help his bm to "firm up".
Imodium as needed. Also, for 'raging' diarrhea, a dose of a few days of a narcotic will slow things down. Just be careful not to overdo those or you'll facing constipation, which can be equally awful.
My Dh has horrible diarrhea from time to time--Luckily he's totally with the program and he gets this when he eats too many sweets and esp when he eats a LOT of dairy. He knows the triggers but eats them anyway.
One thing helped was I finally refused to clean up after him and he has to shower himself and clean whatever clothing got hit and also the toilet. Sure makes him more careful.
If he were to become unaware of his bodily functions, things would be different.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I have to tell you after going through more days of constipation with my Husband I would have wanted an OCASSIONAL bout of diarrhea.
The important thing, if he is incontinent and wearing absorbent briefs make sure he is cleaned very well, lots of "nooks and crannies" and skin irritation is possible.
Using a barrier cream will help but pat it on lightly do not rub it on thick.
You can try the higher fiber meals or adding things that have a higher fiber. And you can try some of the OTC products for diarrhea that might help.
Feed probiotic rich foods and drink, it helps heal whatever is causing the upset.
For constant diarrhea, a condition called c-diff can be a cause.
It can be a help to anyone who has a problem with constipation, but it's best drunk very early in the morning for that reason, or straight away after returning home from work.
It's best avoided it a person has an upset stomach. Tea is better for you. Even though it also has caffeine, it's not as concentrated and tea is more hydrating.
Peppermint tea is excellent for soothing the digestive system.
My Dh has horrible diarrhea from time to time--Luckily he's totally with the program and he gets this when he eats too many sweets and esp when he eats a LOT of dairy. He knows the triggers but eats them anyway.
One thing helped was I finally refused to clean up after him and he has to shower himself and clean whatever clothing got hit and also the toilet. Sure makes him more careful.
If he were to become unaware of his bodily functions, things would be different.