Diarrhea is a condition that involves the frequent passing of loose or watery stools. It is the opposite of constipation and can have many causes, which may be infectious or non-infectious. Most cases of diarrhea resolve themselves on their own. See your doctor for any case that lasts longer than a few days and they should evaluate you. Here is a list of some of the most common causes of diarrhea:
- Medications
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Infections
- Lactose Intolerance
- Colon Cancer or Polyps
