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Why do have diarrhea about 30 minutes after i eat? this has been going on for about a year.

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Irritable bowel: The urge to defecate after eating is a normal reflex, however having loose bowel movements is an indication of a problem. Seek evaluation from your primary care. Medical help is available. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/25/2015

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