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What is wrong with my intestines? went to haiti a month ago. had to drink a lot of chlorinated water there. had loose stool and liquid diarrhea there.
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Not sure.: You could have contracted a parasitic, bacterial or viral infection despite the chlorination.
Answered 3/7/2013
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Giardia?: If you have had more than 14 days of diarrhea, cramping, or other GI distress, you may have giardia - an illness that can be detected and treated by your doctor. They may begin with a stool sample and/or other exams or they could decide to begin antibiotics presumptively based on your history.
Answered 11/11/2014
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