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I have had diarrhoea since sunday evening and imodium (loperamide) isn't stopping it. i don't have an appetite. it is light in colour and foamy now. ?

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Diarrhea: Diarrhea that starts all of a sudden and lasts a week or so is often due to viral illness, especially in light of a loss of appetite. If your diarrhea results in dehydration or lasts longer than 2 weeks, you should seek medical care.

Answered 4/15/2015

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