This is a term for traveller’s diarrhoea caused by contamination of food or water, by a virus or parasite and possibly by a micro-organism your body is not used to.

The main causes include:
1. Bacteria: The most common cause is bacterial infections, such as those from E. coli, Salmonella, or Shigella.
2. Viruses: Viral infections, like norovirus or rotavirus, can also lead to symptoms.
3. Parasites: Parasites such as Giardia or Entamoeba histolytica can be a source of infection.
4. Unsanitary Food Handling: Eating food prepared in unhygienic conditions can increase the risk of infection.
5. Contaminated Water: Drinking tap water or using ice made from tap water can introduce harmful microorganisms into the body.

Typically, it will last for 24 hours but may persist for up to 4 days. depends on what caused your Bali belly. Bali belly caused by bacteria needs antibiotics to help cure it quickly. If you have been sick for more than 4 days, you should seek urgent medical advice.

Mostly, you wait for it to pass and drink water and take salt replacements. In more severe cases, you may need medicine from a doctor too.

IV drip is proven to be a quick solution to get rid of Bali Belly. Our Bali Belly IV drip contains electrolytes and medication to help you recover quickly.

People get it in the same way as everyone else does, by eating or drinking something contaminated (food poisoning), by catching a virus or parasite or by being exposed to new micro-organisms.

Yes, gastro is an alternative name for traveller’s diarrhea or in the medical term we call acute gastroenteritis

It can be. Certainly, you don’t want to come into contact with the feces of someone who is sick.

However, if the sick individual has a virus, it may be transmitted in other ways too.

There are no certain ways to prevent this condition, however, by ensuring you practice good hygiene and eat and drink sensibly, you can certainly reduce your likelihood of getting sick in Bali.

It is worth noting that, according to the CDC, between 30 and 70% of all travellers may get this condition on any given trip abroad

It's important to eat foods that are gentle on your stomach and help rehydrate your body. Here are some recommendations:
1. Clear Fluids: Drink plenty of water, oral rehydration solutions (Pocari Sweat) to stay hydrated.
2. BRAT Diet:
Bananas: Easy to digest and a good source of potassium.
Rice: Plain white rice can help bind your stool.
Applesauce: Easy on the stomach and provides pectin, which can help bulk up your stool.
Toast: Plain, white toast is bland and easy to digest.

Avoid dairy products, spicy foods, fatty or fried foods, caffeine, and alcohol until you feel better. Reintroduce solid foods slowly and pay attention to how your body reacts.