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==Overview==
==Overview==
The word [[diarrhea]] derived from the Greek term "to flow through," is a common manifestation of [[Gastrointestinal diseases|gastrointestinal disease]]. Its definition has traditionally been based upon the [[frequency]], [[volume]], and [[Consistency (statistics)|consistency]] of stools. As a result of various inconsistencies in definition, the American Gastroenterological Association suggests that [[chronic diarrhea]] should be defined as a decrease in fecal consistency lasting for four or more weeks.
The word [[diarrhea]] derived from the Greek term "to flow through," is a common manifestation of [[Gastrointestinal diseases|gastrointestinal disease]]. Its definition has traditionally been based upon the [[frequency]], [[volume]], and [[Consistency (statistics)|consistency]] of stools.


==Historical Perspective==
==Historical Perspective==

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Chronic diarrhea Microchapters

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Patient Information

Overview

Historical Perspective

Classification

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Chronic diarrhea from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Screening

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms

Physical Examination

Laboratory Findings

Electrocardiogram

Chest X Ray

CT

MRI

Ultrasound

Other Imaging Findings

Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy

Surgery

Primary Prevention

Secondary Prevention

Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy

Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Omodamola Aje B.Sc, M.D. [2]

Overview

The word diarrhea derived from the Greek term "to flow through," is a common manifestation of gastrointestinal disease. Its definition has traditionally been based upon the frequency, volume, and consistency of stools.

Historical Perspective

The word diarrhea derived from the Greek term "to flow through," is a common manifestation of gastrointestinal disease. Its definition has traditionally been based upon the frequency, volume, and consistency of stools.[1]

References

  1. Fine KD, Schiller LR (1999). "AGA technical review on the evaluation and management of chronic diarrhea". Gastroenterology. 116 (6): 1464–86. PMID 10348832.


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