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Line 1: − '''Diarrhea''' is the medical condition of having frequent loose or watery stools. Diarrhea causes a loss of fluids, electrolytes, and nutrients which can cause severe [[dehydration]], and can lead to death if not treated. Acute diarrhea is a common cause for death in developing countries, and the second highest cause of infant deaths worldwide.+ − − ==Symptoms associated with diarrhea== − * loose or watery stool − * frequent bowel movements − * [[cramp]]ing pain in the abdomen − * chills − * [[fever]] − − Symptoms normally subside after an hour, but can last several hours. If the diarrhea lasts for several days, a physicial should be contacted. Diarrhea can be serious , especially in infants and the elderly, if the lost fluids and nutriants are not replaced. − − ==Causes of diarrhea== − * Gastroenteritis caused by viral infections, parasites or bacterial toxins − * Certain medications, such as [[antibiotics]] − − * diseases that affect the [[stomach]], [[small intestine]], or [[colon]], such as [[Crohn's disease]] and [[irritable bowel syndrome]] − − Diarrhea often goes away by itself, but can be a sign of a more serious problem. You should talk to your [[doctor]] if your diarrhea lasts for more than 3 days. You should also call your doctor if you have − * signs of dehydration − * a severe pain in your abdomen or rectum − * a fever of 102°F or higher − * stools that are bloody or black − − == See also == − *[[American Medical Association]] − − [[Category:Medicine]]
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