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Been having diarrhea for almost 2 days now and now it really burns. can diarrhea be to acidic? what would be causing the burning? using wipes not tp.
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It is probably: Local irritation. Diarrhea is typically not acidic, but it is possible. Try pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) to reduce diarrhea, clean with wipes gently as you are doing, and apply Hydrocortisone cream topically after each movement. These maneuvers should help. Seek med attention for any blood in stool, any abdominal pain, or if diarrhea persists.
Answered 7/31/2017
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Maceration: The burning is from maceration of the skin by the diarrhea.
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