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When i get diarrhea it's a multi-hour thing. vigorous abdominal massage seems to move things along faster. is there any reason not to do this? like can it cause more diarrhea later or damage organs?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Medical workup: I would advise a thorough GI evaluation and hold off on any type of vigorous massage until cleared medically.

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Answered 4/12/2016

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A member asked:

When i get diarrhea it's a multi-hour thing. vigorous abdominal massage seems to move things along faster. is there any reason not to do this? like can it cause more diarrhea later or damage organs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Lin and 2 doctors agreed

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