Diarrhea

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Acute diarrhea is characterized by the sudden increase in the frequency of bowel movements and the passage of loose, watery, unformed stool. It is a common symptom of many gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.

In more than 90% of cases, acute diarrhea is caused by infectious agents (e.g., virus, bacteria, parasite), which often are ingested in food and water. Infectious diarrhea also may be accompanied by abdominal pain, vomiting, and fever.

Acute diarrhea usually is mild and resolves on its o...Read the full article