Diarrhea
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Diarrhea means that you have loose, watery stools more than three times in one day. You may also have cramps, bloating, nausea and an urgent need to have a bowel movement.
Causes of diarrhea include bacteria, viruses or parasites, certain medicines, food intolerances and diseases that affect the stomach, small intestine or colon. In many cases, no cause can be found.
Although usually not harmful, diarrhea can become dangerous or signal a more serious problem. You should talk to your doctor if you have a strong pain in your abdomen or rectum, a fever, blood in your stools, severe diarrhea for more than three days or symptoms of dehydration. If your child has diarrhea, do not hesitate to call the doctor for advice. Diarrhea can be dangerous in children.
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familydoctor.org — “Diarrhea is an uncomfortable condition that can have many causes. Most cases of diarrhea are not serious and end with time, but in some cases, diarrhea can lead to dehydration or be a sign of a more serious problem. Follow this chart to see if the cause of your diarrhea needs immediate medical attention.” View full resource at familydoctor.org
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Infectious Diarrhea
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Neonatal Diarrhea Study
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Diarrhea Instruction Sheet
kidshealth.org — “Many infants and children are affected by diarrhea at some point. It is usually not a serious illness and can be treated at home. Diarrhea can cause kids to lose fluids, salts, and minerals, so it is important to make sure these are replaced.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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How to Cope With Diarrhea
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Diarrhea and the Stomach Flu
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What are potential causes of diarrhea?
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