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What is diarrhea?
Diarrhea describes bowel movements (stool) that are loose and watery.
Diarrhea is a common condition and is usually not serious. Many people will have
diarrhea once or twice a year. It typically lasts two to three days and can be
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I am taking antibiotics and have diarrhea. What causes this, and
is there a way to make the effects less troublesome?
Certain antibiotics (clindamycin, ampicillin, cephalosporins)
can cause diarrhea. Antibiotics can alter the balance of bacteria normall... |
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Abdominoperineal resection
Surgical removal of the anus, rectum and sigmoid colon, resulting in the need for
a permanent colostomy.
Adenoma
Glandular lesion thought to be the precursor to colorectal cancer.
Adhesion
A band of scar tissue that con... |
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A variety of medical problems can affect your appetite. Your illness,
medications, or surgery can cause these problems. Many patients become
frustrated when they know that they need to eat to get well but they aren't
hungry, or when they gain weight bec... |
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What changes in stools (such as color, consistency, or frequency of bowel movements) should prompt me to see my doctor for an exam?
Color — The color of stools varies, depending on the foods you eat. You
should be concerned if your stools are deep red, b... |
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What is TMP sulfa?
TMP sulfa (trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, double strength) is an
antibiotic used to treat infections, such as digestive problems (diarrhea) and
urinary tract infections. TMP sulfa contains two antibiotics, which work better
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