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I've been having diarrhea and constipation for the last couple of months. what medication can i take to make these symptoms go away?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Gastroenteritis: Rather than taking medication it is more important to find out what is going on. For this you will need to see a doctor who should obtain stool samples after a detailed history and physical exam. This may be irritable bowel syndrome, infection with giardia lamblia or half a dozen other possibilities. Go soon and do not neglect this. Good luck.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/25/2018

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A member asked:

I've been having diarrhea and constipation for the last couple of months. what medication can i take to make these symptoms go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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