Explosive, or severe, diarrhea causes a person to pass liquid or loose stool more frequently and forcefully than regular diarrhea. Explosive diarrhea occurs when the rectum fills with more liquid and ...

Diarrhea is one of the most common side effects of taking antibiotics, though it tends to be mild. Sometimes, antibiotics can cause bacterial infection with Clostrioides difficile (C.diff), leading to ...

Dehydration is a common complication of diarrhea. Short bouts of diarrhea rarely cause concerns. But long lasting or severe diarrhea can lead to serious complications, especially for children and ...

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You usually don't need medical treatment for diarrhea. In most cases, it will go away on its own in a few days. But there are some things you can do to treat it at home that can help it resolve faster ...

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Foods to eat for when you have diarrhea include bland foods such as applesauce, bananas, crackers, rice, and toast. It is also important to hydrate with water or tea to replenish lost fluids. 1. BRAT ...

Whether it’s associated with eating something that “didn’t agree with us” or comes on completely out of the blue, at some point in our lives we’ve all experienced diarrhea. On average, most adults get ...