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I am 10 weeks pregnant. i am suffering from diarrhea for a day now, accompanied by minor cramps. is this normal? what medication can i take? i have been keeping hydrated in the meantime.

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Hydration/ job#1: Keeping hydrated during this bout of diarrhea is the most important job that you can do at this time. If the diarrhea persists beyond 48 hours, please see your OB MD who can exam you and determine the fetal heart tones as well as any further testing or Rx. needed.

Answered 1/19/2020

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A member asked:

I am 10 weeks pregnant. i am suffering from diarrhea for a day now, accompanied by minor cramps. is this normal? what medication can i take? i have been keeping hydrated in the meantime.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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