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Chronic diarrhea
Chronic diarrhea is loose stools occurring on most days for over four weeks. It can be caused by changes in diet, digestive tract problems, or infections.
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What could cause chronic diarrhea in a diabetic?
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Is it dangerous to take 2 immodium capsules every day on a long-term basis? i have chronic diarrhea. doctors have ruled out all possible causes, twice
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What causes chronic diarrhea in the US?
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What are the most common causes of chronic diarrhea?
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What should i do when i have chronic diarrhea at work?
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A 27-year old female asked:
My toddler has chronic diarrhea, what can I do to help relieve him?
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A 20-year old female asked:
I have chronic diarrhea. ..what causes this? Its been over 3 months now
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A 44-year old female asked:
My boyfriend has chronic diarrhea, he's often nauseous. What could be causing this?
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A 33-year old asked:
Can chronic diarrhea cause an inability to lose weight?
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A 43-year old female asked:
Sick with chronic diarrhea it started to get better and I thought it was gone but today it has come back again, but I don't feel sick, I am traveling?
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A 37-year old asked:
Which antidiarrheal is recommended for chronic diarrhea?
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A 31-year old asked:
Could acupuncture help cure chronic diarrhea?
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A 37-year old asked:
How does chronic diarrhea affect homeostasis of the body?
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A 46-year old asked:
I am dealing with chronic diarrhea or soft stools. bad diet?
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A 42-year old asked:
I need help with my chronic diarrhea and migraine problems. Who should I talk to?
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A 25-year old female asked:
Is chronic diarrhea w/ weight loss a medical emergency?
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A 22-year old asked:
i have had chronic diarrhea for a few years now and have been told i have ibs due to negative blood tests. but the pain is terrible. what do i do?
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A 26-year old female asked:
Low-grade fever most days for 7 months. Chronic diarrhea, nausea, gi trouble. During bouts of d or nausea, fever ALWAYS breaks. Very clear pattern: I feel sickest when I don't have a fever. Ideas why?
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A 50-year old female asked about a 59-year old female:
Is cefuroxime dangerous for a person with high blood pressure and chronic diarrhea?
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A 26-year old female asked:
I have chronic diarrhea & vomiting, am insulin resistant. I have whole food left in my stool. Bloodwork clear. Not a parasite. Cant eat w/o vomit,HELP?
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A 42-year old female asked:
I have been diagnosed with entamoeba coli cysts after a week of chronic diarrhea. Is metronidazole appropriate
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A 53-year old female asked:
I had a colon resection surgery one year ago diagnosed Stage 1 colon cancer. I still have bouts of chronic diarrhea. Is this due to the surgery?
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A 53-year old female asked:
What can cause chronic diarrhea, crampy pain in right mid abdomen accompanied by a rash all over the body?
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A 41-year old asked:
Chronic diarrhea when having lower back pain. How could they be related?
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A 2011-year old male asked:
My grandfather is 80 years old,and he is Suffering from stomach bleeding,recently he has Chronic diarrhea,please give some advices!
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A 30-year old male asked:
I have chronic diarrhea, mixed with bloating. Both seem to be triggered by stress, milk, and coffee. going on for approximately 4 yrs. pls help.
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A 22-year old female asked:
Hello there, I've been suffering from chronic diarrhea, bloating and nausea for over 2 years. I've been diagnosed with ibs. What can I do for relief?
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A 59-year old male asked:
Chronic diarrhea from iliestomy and j pouch. Imodium, lomotil doesn't work. Should I try carafate (sucralfate)?
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A 49-year old female asked:
Opiates daily. Chronic diarrhea (foamy stools) and endless gas constantly. Vile vinagery odor. No dairy, low fiber...please help me?
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