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I have had diarrhea for five days now and been taking over-the-counter medicine but it's not helping. when should i contact my dr?

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Diarrhea: Ok first avoid the anti diarrhea medications such as immodium. They can make the diarrhea last longer. Use a brat diet (banana, rice, apple sauce tea, toast). Avoid dairy products as some infections cause short term lactose intolerance. Reasons to contact an md are blood in stool or dizziness that can suggest dehydration.

Answered 5/8/2018

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