Another Mummy Tummy Question
Oct 5th, 2010, 03:56 PM
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Another Mummy Tummy Question
Checked in with all the precautions for GI infections while in Egypt.
We are going on the Viking Cruise in Nov. IOur friends are bringing Z-Pak and Imodium which I plan on bringing also. My concern is that I am on Protonix which is a PPI (acid reducer) for acid relfux. I read somewhere that taking antacids is not a good idea because stomach acid is the first line of defense against intestinal infections.
I can't stop taking the meds for 2 weeks so if anyone has any comments on this problem please share them. I also heard that taking Probiotics is helpful as they add several strains of good bacteria that line the gut and this would help with fending off invading bacs.
We are going on the Viking Cruise in Nov. IOur friends are bringing Z-Pak and Imodium which I plan on bringing also. My concern is that I am on Protonix which is a PPI (acid reducer) for acid relfux. I read somewhere that taking antacids is not a good idea because stomach acid is the first line of defense against intestinal infections.
I can't stop taking the meds for 2 weeks so if anyone has any comments on this problem please share them. I also heard that taking Probiotics is helpful as they add several strains of good bacteria that line the gut and this would help with fending off invading bacs.
Oct 5th, 2010, 07:41 PM
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bellac
A lot of us on Fodors answered this question last year.
Did you read that posting ?
If not here is the link.
http://www.fodors.com/community/afri...edications.cfm
Your risk is not that high for geting a bacteria infection in Egypt.
You can buy AntiNal over the counter almost anywhere in Egypt.
This is a "poor man's antibiotic", it's mode of action is not that great BUT ,for what gives you a intestinal upset in Egypt ,this is all you might need.
Save the Z-PAk if you really get sick ,not just an upset stomach and a bit of a loose bowel movement.
Plus diarrhea is a symptom and not a disease..so there are other non-infection causes of the diarrhea , while in Egypt.
You are taking Imodium and the Z-Pak ( I prefer Cipro for Egypt , Z-Pak is better for Asia)..but that is okay, use the Z- Pak.
I do not think I would start adding Probiotics, they will not make that much of a difference , BUT if you are comfortable taking them ,then ok.
I would take some Lozengers with you ( for a cold or a non-infectious sore throat, as there is always an air-conditioner blowing somewhere.), it is simple to keep a roll in your purse.
A lot of us on Fodors answered this question last year.
Did you read that posting ?
If not here is the link.
http://www.fodors.com/community/afri...edications.cfm
Your risk is not that high for geting a bacteria infection in Egypt.
You can buy AntiNal over the counter almost anywhere in Egypt.
This is a "poor man's antibiotic", it's mode of action is not that great BUT ,for what gives you a intestinal upset in Egypt ,this is all you might need.
Save the Z-PAk if you really get sick ,not just an upset stomach and a bit of a loose bowel movement.
Plus diarrhea is a symptom and not a disease..so there are other non-infection causes of the diarrhea , while in Egypt.
You are taking Imodium and the Z-Pak ( I prefer Cipro for Egypt , Z-Pak is better for Asia)..but that is okay, use the Z- Pak.
I do not think I would start adding Probiotics, they will not make that much of a difference , BUT if you are comfortable taking them ,then ok.
I would take some Lozengers with you ( for a cold or a non-infectious sore throat, as there is always an air-conditioner blowing somewhere.), it is simple to keep a roll in your purse.
Oct 5th, 2010, 11:19 PM
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Percy is a real Doctor - listen to him. He's not just blowing smoke!
Well said Percy! I liked the part best about "diarrhea is a symptom and not a disease". So many people don't look at it that way.
Also maybe you've heard by now, but we handled the Pratt group with ease and I think they are happy! It was a good tour for them.
Well said Percy! I liked the part best about "diarrhea is a symptom and not a disease". So many people don't look at it that way.
Also maybe you've heard by now, but we handled the Pratt group with ease and I think they are happy! It was a good tour for them.
Oct 6th, 2010, 06:34 AM
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Hi Debbie
There was never a doubt the Pratt group would not have a good time.
You really are one of the best tour guide is Cairo and Alexandria .
Oh,oh !!!, am I advertising , I guess not because I have nothing to sell , I only recommmend your good service.
bellac:
You owe me a good ,healthy, enjoyable time in Egypt when you go.
Have a great trip, and Take Care.
There was never a doubt the Pratt group would not have a good time.
You really are one of the best tour guide is Cairo and Alexandria .
Oh,oh !!!, am I advertising , I guess not because I have nothing to sell , I only recommmend your good service.
bellac:
You owe me a good ,healthy, enjoyable time in Egypt when you go.
Have a great trip, and Take Care.
