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Causes and Risk Factors of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a common problem that can come on suddenly or be a chronic complaint. Some possible causes of diarrhea include ...
High levels of a hormone found in cells in the gut could underlie many cases of chronic diarrhea and help explain up to 40% of cases of patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, according ...
A parent or caregiver needs to seek medical attention if the toddler’s diarrhea lasts more than 24 hours, is accompanied by a fever of 102°F (38°C) or higher, or there are signs of dehydration. While ...