Dehydration is a common complication of diarrhea. Short bouts of diarrhea rarely cause concerns. But long lasting or severe diarrhea can lead to serious complications, especially for children and ...

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Diarrhea is one of the most common side effects of taking antibiotics, though it tends to be mild. Sometimes, antibiotics can cause bacterial infection with Clostrioides difficile (C.diff), leading to ...

Diarrhea usually resolves in a couple of days, but it can sometimes continue for weeks. Persistent diarrhea can be a sign of an allergy or a chronic condition. It may also occur after an infection.

Diarrhea affects millions of people worldwide, causing discomfort, dehydration, and disruption to daily activities. While most cases resolve naturally within a few days, the symptoms can be ...

There’s a reason so many of us love chocolate: It’s tasty, sweet, and certain varieties even contain health-supporting antioxidants. The treat can cause unexpected side effects for some, though, such ...

A small toilet-based sound sensor that can tell the difference between peeing, pooping and diarrhea may one day help prevent cholera outbreaks. "The hope is that this sensor, which is small in ...

Traveler's diarrhea strikes as many as 60 percent of world travelers, making it the most common travel-related illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More common, ...