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I have been having stomach for 3 days..cramps and diarrhea. now on day 3 i have blood in my stool...should i go to the emergency room?

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Yes: Gastroenteritis could resolve in 24 to 48 hours. Longer periods of loose stool especially with blood can pose significant risk of dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities.

Answered 3/15/2014

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