Diarrhea is defined either as watery stool or increased frequency (or both) when compared to a normal amount. The primary risks from diarrhea is dehydration, malnutrition and salts. You should see a doctor if there is blood in your stool, you are losing weight or if  symptom lasts longer than a week 

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1. Basic Information The definition of diarrhea depends on what is normal for you. For some, diarrhea can be as little as one loose stool per day. Others may have three daily bowel movements normally and not be having what they consider diarrhea. So the best description of diarrhea is "an abnormal increase in the frequency and liquidity of your stools." org

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 Diarrhea (from the Greek, διὰρροια meaning "a flowing through"), also spelled diarrhoea, is the condition of having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements per day.[3] It is a common cause of death in developing countries and the second most common cause of infant deaths worldwide. ORG
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Diarrhea - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Diarrhea, also spelled diarrhoea, is the condition of having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements per day. It is a common cause of death in developing countries and the second...
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diarrhea: Definition from Answers.com

More about Diarrhea: Causes and symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Alternative treatment Prognosis Prevention Resources Diarrhea Definition To most
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Diarrhea FAQ

... general information on diarrhea and what can cause ... to know about Diarrhea (Easy-to-Read) ... A person with diarrhea typically passes stool more than three ...
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What I need to know about diarrhea

Offers strategies for avoiding traveler's diarrhea. ... Home : Digestive Diseases A-Z List of Topics and Titles : What I need to know about Diarrhea ...
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MedicineNet: Diarrhea

Explains diarrhea, the loose stool or frequent bowel movements including its causes, dehydration prevention, and treatment.
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MayoClinic: Diarrhea

Comprehensive overview including symptoms, causes, treatment of the digestive condition characterized by loose, watery stools and abdominal cramps.
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WebMD Digestive Disorders Health Center: The Basics of Diarrhea

Explains what causes diarrhea, how it can affect your overall health, and how it can be treated.
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Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a symptom in which watery, loose stools occur more than three times a day. ... Diarrhea Health Topics. Disease & Conditions. Tests & Procedures ...
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Diarrhea: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

Explains common causes, home care, and prevention of loose, watery, frequent stool called diarrhea.
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MedlinePlus: Diarrhea

Disease information about diarrhea including overview, diagnosis, treatment, and disease management.
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