There are several reasons why people get stomach infection but the most common among the causes, especially among children, is bacterial infection. Bacterial infection in the stomach is mostly obtained thru intake of contaminated food and water or getting close contact with bacteria-infested objects or even animals. Bacterial infection in the stomach can also be acquired from another infected person and poor hygiene. Bacteria may also cause intestinal infection. A person infected with bacteria in the stomach usually manifest the following symptoms:
Bacterial Stomach Infection Symptoms
- Digestive illness, mainly diarrhea
- Peptic ulcer
- Gastritis
- Unusual color of feces
- Cancer
- Difficulty in food digestion
- Stomach pain
- Fever
- Abdominal cramps
- Malaise
- Weight loss
- Nausea
Treatment and Remedies for bacterial stomach infection
Bacterial infection in the stomach can lead to serious health condition such as peptic ulcer or stomach cancer if left untreated.
- Frequent washing of the hands. To avoid getting infected, wash your hands frequently and properly using antibacterial hand soap. Using alcohol or hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available is also recommended especially if you are in public places.
- Work in a ventilated area.Dingy, damp, and dark areas are usually the haven of different bacteria.
- Avoid touching your face especially your mouth, nose, and eyes because they are ideal entry point of bacteria into your system.
- Use tissue paper or paper towel for opening and closing public toilets and even in the office. Most bacteria rest on door knobs and toilet areas. Wash your hands every after bathroom use.
- Avoid eating unhygienic food especially street food.
- As much as possible, eat food while they are still hot and refrigerate them after eating.
- Drinking water from questionable sources is a major source of bacterial infection in the stomach. If you are not sure where the water was taken, prefer bottled water or fruit juice instead.
- Cover your mouth when sneezing and wash your hands afterward.
- Keep your kitchen as clean as possible. Run hot water on your chopping board for at least 20 seconds to kill the bacteria.
- Strengthen your immune system by eating foods that are rich in vitamin C.