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I've had diarrhea for a week without nausea or fever. is it a call for concern? it stops when i take pepto but comes back once i stop.

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Dr. HARRY OPSIMOS answered

Specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology

Consult physician: Since your symptoms have been going on for a week now, it is appropriate to consult a doctor who will help you determine the cause. It may still be a viral enteritis, but if you have seen no improvement, you need to have this checked out.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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