Overview
Diarrhea — loose, watery and possibly more-frequent bowel movements — is a common problem. It may be present alone or be associated with other symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or weight loss.
Luckily, diarrhea is usually short-lived, lasting no more than a few days. But when diarrhea lasts beyond a few days into weeks, it usually indicates that there's another problem — such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or a more serious disorder, including persistent infection, celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms associated with diarrhea (loose, watery stools) may include:
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Abdominal cramps or pain
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Bloating
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Fever
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Blood in the stool
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Mucus in the stool
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Urgent need to have a bowel movement
When to see a doctor
If you're an adult, see your doctor if:
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Your diarrhea persists beyond two days with no improvement
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You become dehydrated
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You have severe abdominal or rectal pain
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You have bloody or black stools
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You have a fever above 102 F (39 C)
In children, particularly young children, diarrhea can quickly lead to dehydration. Call your doctor if your child's diarrhea doesn't improve within 24 hours or if your child:
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Becomes dehydrated
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Has a fever above 102 F (39 C)
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Has bloody or black stools
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diarrhea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352241#:~:text=Diarrhea%20%E2%80%94%20loose%2C%20watery%20and%20possibly,more%20than%20a%20few%20days.
