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Can stress cause pouring diarrhea? had an episode tonight. having problems at work (stress) & also just started z-pak for sinus infection today. ibs?
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Diarrhea : you have at least two reasons that can explain your symptoms. One is stress,can definitely cause so called "gut-wrenching" experience and certain emotions can cause many GI symptoms: nausea, stomach pain and diarrhea. Zithromax or many other antibiotics can certainly cause diarrhea as well. Make sure you stay well hydrated and seek medical attention asap if symptoms persist or you develop fever or
Answered 5/8/2015
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