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Why Do I Have A Sudden Onset Of Diarrhea For The Past Four Days?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Feb 2022
Question: I have been having sudden onset’s of direreah that has now lasted 4 days. I started take no immdium and pepto bismol.
The color has changed to a dark, with what looks like a greenish tint. There is no warning prior to onset.
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Answered by Dr. Anders Mark Christensen (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Sounds harmless.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Usually, acute onset diarrhea lasting up to a week or so is suggestive of gastroenteritis. The most important thing is to keep hydrated. Stopping agents can be used if you do not have fever or blood in your stools.

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Why Do I Have A Sudden Onset Of Diarrhea For The Past Four Days?

Brief Answer: Sounds harmless. Detailed Answer: Hi, Usually, acute onset diarrhea lasting up to a week or so is suggestive of gastroenteritis. The most important thing is to keep hydrated. Stopping agents can be used if you do not have fever or blood in your stools. Regards