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18mth old diarrhea for 9 days. dr says it has to run it's course. no other symptoms, put on lactose free milk. what could be the problem?

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Most commonly...: Of the most common reasons for diarrhea a viral syndrome is one of them especially if the baby is experiencing irritability, fever, decreased appetite. Usually resolves between 7-10 days. If a consideration was lactose intolerance remember not only to change the type of milk but other dairy products like yogurt, cheese,etc. If it doesn't get better after a few days of changing diet needs f/u w/ dr

Answered 2/22/2015

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Dr. Dustin Colegrove answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Often times is: a self-limited illness lasting 10-14 days. the cause is typically viral.

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