causes of frequent diarrhea in adults
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Diarrhea 1 Norovirus (for example, Norwalk virus, caliciviruses) is the most common cause of epidemics of diarrhea among adults and school-age children (for example, cruise ship infection, schools, nursing homes, day care facilities, and restaurants). 2  Adenovirus infections are common in all age groups.
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Diarrhea 1 Diarrhea is one of the most common illnesses in all age groups and ranks along with the common cold as a main cause of lost days of work or school. 2  People of all ages can suffer from diarrhea, and the average adult has one episode of acute diarrhea per year, and young children average two acute episodes per year.
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Top 40 Doctor insights on: Frequent Bowel Movements Not Diarrhea IBS, celiac disease, chron's and many other GI illnesses can cause frequent bowel movements and a resulting vitamin deficiency which can lead to anemia and tiredness. I suggest writing a diary of your bowel movements (how often, consistency- watery/ loose/ normal, other symptoms) and going to see a provider. Good luck! ...Read more
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- Patients with lactose intolerance develop diarrhea and gas when they ingest milk. (See Patient information: Celiac disease in adults (Beyond the Basics) .). Medicines — Medicines (prescription and nonprescription), herbs, and dietary supplements can cause diarrhea as a side effect.
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Diarrhea Causes, Medicine, Remedies, and Treatment The most common cause of acute diarrhea is infection--viral, bacterial, and parasitic. Bacteria also can cause acute food poisoning. A third important cause of acute diarrhea is starting a new medication since many medications can cause diarrhea. There are many strains of E. coli bacteria.
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- A number of non-infectious causes may also result in diarrhea, including hyperthyroidism, lactose intolerance, inflammatory bowel disease, a number of medications, and irritable bowel syndrome. In most cases, stool cultures are not required to confirm the exact cause.
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- Diarrhea is loose, watery, or more frequent soft bowel movements. Common causes of diarrhea in children include infections of the stomach and intestines (gastrointestinal tract), changes in diet or anxiety.
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Diarrhea ( acute and chronic) There are may causes of watery diarrhea, including carbohydrate malabsorption such as lactose, sorbitol, and fructose intolerance, intestinal infections or Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Certain medications such as NSAIDs, antacids, antihypertensives, antibiotics and antiarrhythmics can cause diarrhea in some people.
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Diarrhea Every Morning 1 IBS/Irritable bowel syndrome: It is one of the most common causes of diarrhea every morning. 2  It is a bowel condition characterized by abnormal contraction of the colon and intestines, slower or faster bowel motility, bloating, and pain in the abdomen.
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Morning Diarrhea (Daily, Chronic) Causes and Treatment Causes of Morning Diarrhea. Any cause of chronic diarrhea can be worse in the morning upon waking, following breakfast and with physical activity. However, there are certain conditions where diarrhea in the morning is more likely to occur. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder with a change in bowel habit, abdominal pain and bloating.
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- 1 Most cases are caused by infection with bacteria, viruses or parasites. 2  So-called functional chronic diarrhea includes irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).  Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are causes of chronic diarrhea, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
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What Causes Loose Stools in Adults? 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. Many viruses can cause gastroenteritis, including noroviruses, astroviruses, rotaviruses, sapoviruses and certain adenoviruses.
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Preventing Diarrhea Diarrhea can cause painful abdominal cramping, discomfort, and even dehydration. Chronic diarrhea can last for days or weeks and may be caused by another health condition like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) .
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Diarrhea Depending on the cause of the problem, you may need medicines to stop the diarrhea or treat an infection. Adults with diarrhea should drink water, fruit juices, sports drinks, sodas without caffeine, and salty broths. As your symptoms improve, you can eat soft, bland food.
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Diarrhea in Adults diarrhea is an increase in the volume wateriness or frequency of bowel movements however the frequency of bowel movements alone is not the defining feature of diarrhea some people normally move their bowels 3 to 5 times a day people who eat large amounts of vegetable fiber may produce more than a pound 1 2 kilogram of stool a day but the stool in such cases is well formed and not watery
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History Enterotoxigenic E coli is the most frequent cause of traveler's diarrhea. Symptoms usually begin within days of arrival in the region and can last from 5 days to 2 weeks. Vibrio species are more common in Asia, although epidemics have occurred in Central America within the last 10 years.
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Acute Diarrhea Viruses (e.g., adenovirus, astrovirus, rotavirus, Norwalk virus) are the most common cause of diarrhea in the United States. The most common ones in children are rotavirus and in adults are norovirus. Escherichia coli, Clostridium difficile, and Campylobacter, Salmonella, and Shigella spp. are common bacterial causes.
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- Frequent, constant, or severe abdominal pain and diarrhea may indicate a disease or a more serious medical issue. Common causes of abdominal pain and diarrhea include: 1  viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu). 2  bacterial gastroenteritis (food poisoning). 3  food allergies. 4  PMS. 5  lactose intolerance.
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Diarrhea in Adults (For diarrhea in children, see Diarrhea in Children .). Diarrhea is an increase in the volume, wateriness, or frequency of bowel movements. However, the frequency of bowel movements alone is not the defining feature of diarrhea. Some people normally move their bowels 3 to 5 times a day.
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Traveler's Guide to Avoiding Infectious Diseases Traveler's Diarrhea. Traveler's diarrhea (TD) is the most common health problem a traveler encounters. It is almost always caused by ingesting certain organisms in contaminated food or water. Diarrhea can also be caused -- particularly in children -- by anxiety, stress, allergies, fatigue, and dietary changes.
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Gastroenteritis In Adults What Is It? Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the intestines that causes diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, loss of appetite, and other symptoms of digestive upset. Viral gastroenteritis — In otherwise healthy adults, viral infections of the digestive tract are often responsible for mild episodes of gastroenteritis.
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What should I know about pleurisy? DIARRHEA CAUSES. The most common cause of acute diarrhea is a viral infection. Other causes include bacterial infections, side effects of antibiotics, and infections not related to the gastrointestinal (GI) system. In addition, there are many less common causes of diarrhea.
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Can Overeating Cause Diarrhea? Can you get diarrhea from overeating? The answer is yes. Diarrhea after overeating often occurs in children and adults who are suffering from functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder like Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In this case, malabsorption of food is the direct cause because the gastrointestinal tract gets a bit overburdened due to excessive eating or feeding.
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- A wide range of problems can cause chronic diarrhea; some of the most common causes include irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis), malabsorption syndromes in which food cannot be digested and absorbed, and chronic infections.