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What causes diarrhoea? the past 3 days i haven't passed a solid stool and i need the toilet after eating. i have been told its not ibs but i'm unsure

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

See a doctor: In order to answer this would need to do history, physical exam and labs including cultures of the stool, etc. Impossible to know anything without this.

Dr Sparacino and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/10/2013

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A member asked:

What causes diarrhoea? the past 3 days i haven't passed a solid stool and i need the toilet after eating. i have been told its not ibs but i'm unsure

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Sparacino and 2 doctors agreed

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