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It feels like theres something crawling around in my bum and i have had loose stool what could this be and will it go away on its own?

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Loose Stoold: Bowel infections caused by viruses, bacteria and certain parasites frequently cause loose stools. Viral gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestines, is a common cause of episodic diarrhea. See you GI doctor for help.

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Answered 6/10/2014

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