I've been struggling with eating spicy food for the past two years because it burns even with just a little spice. What could be causing this, and which type of doctor should I see to help find a solution?

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 5+ Yrs

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Dietary Management for Dengue and Typhoid _General guidelines:_ 1. _Fluid management_: Focus on electrolyte-rich fluids to replace lost salts and minerals. 2. _Bland diet_: Offer a bland, easily digestible diet to minimize stomach upset. 3. _Small, frequent meals_: Divide meals into smaller, more frequent portions to ease digestion. _Recommended foods:_ 1. _Electrolyte-rich beverages_: - Coconut water - Oral rehydration solution (ORS) - Electrolyte-rich drinks like sports drinks 2. _Clear soups_: - Chicken or vegetable broth - Clear soups like consomm 3. _Plain rice_: - Cooked white rice - Plain rice porridge 4. _Bananas_: - Ripe bananas - Banana porridge 5. _Yogurt_: - Plain, unflavored yogurt - Yogurt with probiotics _Foods to avoid:_ 1. _Spicy or fatty foods_ 2. _High-fiber foods_ 3. _Dairy products_ (except plain yogurt) 4. _Caffeine_ and _carbonated drinks_ _Specific tips for your mom's situation:_ 1. _Start with small amounts_: Offer tiny amounts (1-2 teaspoons) of fluid or food to begin with. 2. _Monitor digestion_: Observe how your mom's body reacts to the food or fluid. 3. _Adjust as needed_: Gradually increase the amount or switch to a different foodfluid if needed.

Answered 18 days ago