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I have had diarrhea for 18 days straight, sometimes 15 or more a day. i have had all kinds of tests and still no answers. please help me. miserable?

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Diarrhea: You may need stool cultures and colonoscopy if not already done.Stay away from sugarless gum and caffienated beverages.

Answered 12/23/2013

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