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Been sick for a week. saw doctor, said it was a stomach bug. symptoms improved, all but loose stools. is this normal? thanks for your time
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Yes: The lower "tract", ie the colon takes a bit longer to re-normalize! Apples, Bananas, and RICE cereal may help "normalize" your BM's Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 1/9/2016
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