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Diarrhea
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Diarrhea | Liquid bowel movements results from disorders involving digestive, absorptive and secretory functions. Caused by abnormal intestinal water and electrolyte transport. |
| Types | Acute diarrhea is sudden increase in frequency and change in stools caused by infectious agents. Chronic diarrhea is increased in stool frequency and increased water content with more than 14 days. It is caused by chronic conditions. |
| Dx: History | History evaluation to discover the possible cause, assess the symptoms & risk of complications. |
| Management | Assess fluid and electrolytes. Rehydrate, maintain fluid therapy and Reintroduce of regular diet. |