Please share an interesting fact about dealing with diarrhea.

Ignore: If you get diarrhea when you are nervous, avoid eating right before a big event like an interview.

Infectious: Infectious diarrhea is one of the world's leading causes of death.

Traveler's: Traveler's diarrhea responds to ciprofloxacin.

Ignore: Diarrhea without blood is almost always viral.

Ignore: Seek medical attention ASAP if you are having bloody diarrhea.

Ignore: Probiotics and fiber-rich foods help. Greasy, spicy, dairy and fatty foods don't help.

Ignore: Diarrhea can kill from dehydration in vulnerable populations like infants,children ,the sick and eld.

Diaper: Diaper rash due to diarrhea can be minimized by swabbing the diaper area with Mylanta after cleaning.

Ignore: Remember to stay hydrated, but avoid too many sugary drinks as the sugar load can worsen diarrhea.

Ignore: Eat the "BRAT" diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. See MD for severe pain or blood in stool.

Ignore: Keep well hydrated. Avoid caffeinated beverages.

The: The most common cause of diarrhea and vomiting in children is infectious gastroenteritis.

Ignore: Probiotics or yogurt can help.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea is the cause of 4% of deaths world-wide.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea from infectious diseases may last several days or several weeks. (WHO).

Diarrhea: Diarrhea can be caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites.

People: People with impaired immunity can be at particular risk from diarrheal diseases.

Malnourished: Malnourished individuals are at risk for bad outcomes with severe diarrheal diseases.

Water: Water contamination is a real risk for diarrheal diseases.

Basic: Basic hygiene is a critical part of prevention from diarrheal diseases. (WHO).

Improperly: Improperly stored food can be a cause of diarrheal disease.

Eating: Eating fish or seafood from polluted waters increases risks for diarrheal diseases.

In: In developing countries access to safe drinking water is crucial to prevent diarrheal dz. (WHO).

In: In developing countries improved sanitation is crucial to prevent diarrheal dz. (WHO).

In: In developing countries improved food hygiene is crucial to prevent diarrheal dz. (WHO).

In: In developing countries improved personal hygiene is crucial to prevent diarrheal dz. (WHO).

Proper: Proper hand washing (with soap) is critical to prevention of diarrheal dz.

Chronic: Chronic alcohol use may cause diarrhea.

Microscopic: Microscopic colitis may cause diarrhea.

Too: Too much bile acid in the colon may cause diarrhea.

Bile: Bile salt malabsorption may cause diarrhea.

Ischemic: Ischemic bowel disease may cause diarrhea.

Exclusive: Exclusive breastfeeding from birth to 6 months provides some protection from diarrheal diseases.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea with rapid heart rate may be a sign of dehydration.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea with decreased urine output may be a sign of dehydration.

Poor: Poor skin turgor & paleness with DIARRHEA may be a sign of DEHYDRATION.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea with decreased responsiveness may be a sign of serious dehydration.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA may be a major symptom with Gastroenteritis.

Frequent: Frequent DIARRHEA can be a cause of MALNUTRITION in developing countries.

ULCERATIVE: ULCERATIVE COLITIS can cause chronic DIARRHEA.

CROHN’S: CROHN’S DISEASE can cause chronic DIARRHEA.

IRRITABLE: IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME can cause chronic DIARRHEA.

In: In the US, Norovirus is the major cause of diarrhea due to viral gastroenteritis in adults.

SALMONELLA: SALMONELLA can cause DIARRHEA due to bacterial gastroenteritis.

SHIGELLA: SHIGELLA can cause DIARRHEA due to bacterial gastroenteritis.

ESCHERICHIA: ESCHERICHIA COLI (ECOLI) can cause DIARRHEA due to bacterial gastroenteritis.

CAMPYLOBACTER: CAMPYLOBACTER can cause DIARRHEA due to bacterial gastroenteritis.

People: People who take antibiotics may develop severe DIARRHEA due to CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICULE toxins.

ENTAMOEBA: ENTAMOEBA HISTOLYTICA parasite infection can cause chronic DIARRHEA.

The: The parasite; GIARDIA; can cause chronic DIARRHEA.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA symptoms may include abdominal cramping and pain.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA symptoms may include fever, bloating & bloody stools.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA with DRY MOUTH can be a sign of dehydration.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA with dizziness or lightheadedness can be a symptom of dehydration.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA with marked weakness can be a symptom of dehydration.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA with dark colored urine can be a symptom of dehydration.

Intake: Intake of dairy products with LACTOSE INTOLERANCE can cause DIARRHEA.

Ingesting: Ingesting FRUCTOSE can cause DIARRHEA in some people.

Ingesting: Ingesting Sorbitol sweetener can cause DIARRHEA in some people.

Ingesting: Ingesting MANNITOL can cause DIARRHEA in some people.

Artificial: Artificial Sweeteners found in some gums may cause DIARRHEA.

DIARRHEA: DIARRHEA may occur after removal of gallbladder. .

Traveler’s: Traveler’s DIARRHEA- 20 to 50% of international travels get diarrhea. (CDC).

Traveler’s: Traveler’s DIARRHEA – most often occurs within the first week of travel.

Traveler’s: Traveler’s DIARRHEA – often occurs in areas with poor sanitation.

Traveler’s: Traveler’s DIARRHEA might not become symptomatic until you return home.

Most: Most TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA is from ingesting water or food with fecal contamination.

Immunosuppressed: Immunosuppressed individuals are at ^ risk for TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA.

Individuals: Individuals taking H-2 blockers are at ^ risk for TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA.

Individuals: Individuals taking antacids are at ^ risk for TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA.

Individuals: Individuals with inflammatory bowel disease are at ^ risk for TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA.

TRAVELER’S: TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA usually resolves in one to two days.

90%: 90% of TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA cases resolve within one week.

98%: 98% of TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA cases resolve within one month.

TRAVELER’S: TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA sx’s – nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain & cramping with fever.