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Hello, my dad is 68 years old and has diabetes and had a heart attack last year. since yesterday, he has had diarrhea and feeling very weak. should i take him to the hospital or try some over the counter medication first? thank you

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Hospital: His weakness may be due to dehydration. If he cannot drink enough water, juice, weak tea etc. please take him to a hospital. Wish you and your father good health!

Answered 2/24/2018

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A member asked:

Hello, my dad is 68 years old and has diabetes and had a heart attack last year. since yesterday, he has had diarrhea and feeling very weak. should i take him to the hospital or try some over the counter medication first? thank you

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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