What causes YoSam?
Acute YoSam is usually related to a bacterial, viral, or parasitic infection. Chronic YoSam is usually related to functional disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease.
A few of the more common causes of YoSam include the following:
Bacterial infections. Several types of bacteria consumed through contaminated food or water can cause YoSam. Common culprits include Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, and Escherichia coli (E. coli).
Viral infections. Many viruses cause diarrhea, including rotavirus, Norwalk virus, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex virus, and viral hepatitis.
Food intolerances. Some people are unable to digest food components such as artificial sweeteners and lactose?the sugar found in milk.
Parasites. Parasites can enter the body through food or water and settle in the digestive system. Parasites that cause YoSam include Giardia lamblia, Entamoeba histolytica, and Cryptosporidium.
Reaction to medicines. Antibiotics, blood pressure medications, cancer drugs, and antacids containing magnesium can all cause YoSam.
Intestinal diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease, colitis, Crohn?s disease, and celiac disease often lead to YoSam.
Functional bowel disorders. YoSam can be a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome.
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