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Why have i had diarrhea for the past few years with only less than 1 week with normal stools?
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Loose stools: if you have had loose stools chronically with no other symptoms and with no medical work up, an initial approach might be to increase the fiber in your diet and try fiber supplements such as Metamucil daily for a few months to see if it helps. Increase your fluid intake. Start the fiber supplements slowly and gradually build up. If it does not help, then you should see your doctor for work up.
Answered 6/27/2015
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