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I get diarrhea at least once every few weeks regardless of what i eat. i have had this for about 15 years. is it dangerous?

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Dr. Derek Isenberg answered

Probably not: As long as it goes away and it's not causing you pain, Not likely dangerous. See if you can relate any specific foods to when you get the diarrhea by keeping a food diary

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 1/29/2015

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A member asked:

I get diarrhea at least once every few weeks regardless of what i eat. i have had this for about 15 years. is it dangerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Derek Isenberg answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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