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What Causes Loose Stools And Fever?
My husband has been running temp for five days. Tonight it is 102.6. 64 years old. Usually healthy. Had loose stools over the weekend ang became dehydrated. This according to the PA at the AM/pM clinic. We say him last night. I am really becoming very worried.
Wed, 22 Jun 2016
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You have problem of loose stool and fever that may be because of gastroenteritis.
Infection of intestine by bacteria or viral or parasitic infection may cause loose stool problem.
Stool examination test is helpful for further diagnosis.
After culture start antibiotics course under doctor's suggestion.
Try to rehydrate your body.
Consent a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
I hope my guidance is helpful to you.
Thank you.
You have problem of loose stool and fever that may be because of gastroenteritis.
Infection of intestine by bacteria or viral or parasitic infection may cause loose stool problem.
Stool examination test is helpful for further diagnosis.
After culture start antibiotics course under doctor's suggestion.
Try to rehydrate your body.
Consent a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
I hope my guidance is helpful to you.
Thank you.
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