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Any good over-the-counter remedies for a child aged 13 years with diarrhea?
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Clear liquids: At the onset of diarrhea you may just want to increases his fluids. Most often diarrhea is caused by some viral illness. When keeping sufficient fluids down you can offer bland foods. Most diarrhea does not require medicines. If goes on for longer than expected see your doctor.
Answered 5/23/2012
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