What is Constipation? Constipation is normal for people to experience from time to time. Constipation occurs when one is unable to make a bowel movement or experiences long periods of time between each bowel movement. Someone who also experiences trouble when trying to make a bowel movement or experiences hard, small stools may be described […]
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Why Eating Too Much Dairy is Bad for Your Digestive System
Let’s face it, dairy has a special place in a lot of people’s hearts when it comes to food. Some people can’t bear the thought of having their coffee without cream, hamburgers just aren’t the same without cheese, and butter just seems to make everything more flavorful. It’s so popular, in fact, that millions of […]
Read MoreHow is the Cause of Diarrhea Diagnosed?
If acute diarrhea lasts several days, diagnostic tests are usually not necessary. If diarrhea lasts longer than a week, is accompanied by bloody stools, fever, dehydration or severe abdomen pain — seek medical attention.
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Diarrhea is loose, watery stools. Having diarrhea means passing loose stools three or more times a day. Acute diarrhea usually lasts 1 or 2 days and goes away on its own. If it is lasting more than 2 days, that could be a sign of a more serious problem.
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