Drink small sips of water or oral rehydration solution
Rest and avoid strenuous activity
Eat bland foods such as bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, crackers, or plain potatoes
Avoid greasy, spicy, fried, or high-fiber foods
Avoid dairy, alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks
Try clear liquids like broth or diluted juice
Use a heating pad or warm compress on the abdomen
Take over-the-counter antidiarrheal medicine only if appropriate and not for bloody diarrhea or fever
Take over-the-counter pain relief only as directed and avoid NSAIDs if they upset your stomach
Wash your hands often to prevent spreading infection
Seek medical care if you have severe pain, blood in stool, high fever, signs of dehydration, or symptoms lasting more than a couple of days