State in which an individual experiences a change in normal bowel habits characterized by frequent loose stools emissions, liquid and without consistency.
Related factors:
– Stress and anxiety.
– Dietary intake.
– Drugs.
– Inflammation, irritation or intestinal malabsorption.
– Toxins.
– Pollutants.
– Radiation.
Features:
– Abdominal pain.
– Cramps.
– Increased frequency of bowel movements.
– Increased frequency of bowel sounds.
– Loose stools liquid.
– Urgency.
– Changes in color.
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