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?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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Dietary Management for Dengue and Typhoid

General guidelines:

Fluid management: Focus on electrolyte-rich fluids to replace lost salts and minerals.

Bland diet: Offer a bland, easily digestible diet to minimize stomach upset.

Small, frequent meals: Divide meals into smaller, more frequent portions to ease digestion.

Recommended foods:

Electrolyte-rich beverages:

Coconut water

Oral rehydration solution (ORS)

Electrolyte-rich drinks like sports drinks

Clear soups:

Chicken or vegetable broth

Clear soups like consomm

Plain rice:

Cooked white rice

Plain rice porridge

Bananas:

Ripe bananas

Banana porridge

Yogurt:

Plain, unflavored yogurt

Yogurt with probiotics

Foods to avoid:

Spicy or fatty foods

High-fiber foods

Dairy products (except plain yogurt)

Caffeine and carbonated drinks

Specific tips for your mom's situation:

Start with small amounts: Offer tiny amounts (1-2 teaspoons) of fluid or food to begin with.

Monitor digestion: Observe how your mom's body reacts to the food or fluid.

Adjust as needed: Gradually increase the amount or switch to a different foodfluid if needed.

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