Diarrhea Learning Center

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Diarrhea is loose, watery, and frequent stool. Diarrhea is considered chronic (long-term) when you have had loose or frequent stools for more than 4 weeks.

Basic Info

Causes
The most common cause of diarrhea is viral gastroenteritis, a mild viral infection that goes away on its own within a f...
Tests
  • History And Physical Exam
Treatments
Drink plenty of fluid to avoid becoming dehydrated. Start with sips of any fluid other than caffeinated beverages. Milk...
Drugs
  • atropine-difenoxin
  • atropine-diphenoxylate
  • bismuth subsalicylate
Supplements
  • Arrowroot
  • bilberry
  • Bovine colostrum
Risk Factors
  • adverse effects of medication
  • Autonomic neuropathy
  • Celiac disease
Complications
  • Dehydration
  • electrolyte imbalance
Prevention
Wash your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom and before eating; Teach children to not put objects in t...
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor if: You have blood or pus in your stools or your stool is black; You have abdominal pain that is not r...

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