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What are the causes of diarrhea?
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Many things: Infections/inflammation/bacterial toxins/ibs etc.
Answered 9/6/2019
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The basics: Intestinal contents within the small intestines are a loose watery consistency. When the water extraction/recovery function of the large intestines has not happened, diarrhea occurs. This can be triggered by infection, a reaction to foods, medications or other factors. Recovery occurs when the content movement speed slows & water extraction occurs.
Answered 5/16/2019
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