Diarrheal disease is a worldwide problem that still causes significant morbidity and mortality among children. Currently, oral rehydration solution (ORS) is the standard of care for acute diarrhea in ...

Campylobacteriosis bacteria, gastroenterology A great deal of progress has been made in reducing the burden of diarrheal diseases, but this reduction has not been equal globally. A great deal of ...

Introduction: The acute diarrhea is one of the most common causes of morbidity and for hospital treatment of children in nondeveloped countries. Etiology is usually viral infection but can be included ...

Sarah Jividen, RN, BSN, is a trained neuro/trauma, and emergency room nurse turned healthcare writer. As a journalism major, she combined her love for writing with her passion for high-level patient ...

Objective: Diarrhea is a leading cause of mortality worldwide; however, its long-term morbidity is poorly understood. Recently, early childhood diarrhea (ECD) has been associated with impaired ...

FC-gamma receptor IIIA (FCGR3A) polymorphism and DFS in follicular lymphoma patients after idiotype vaccination in first remission. Background: Chemotherapy-induced diarrhea (CID) is a common ...

Diarrhea is a digestive condition that causes loose or watery stools. Many people experience diarrhea at some point. These bouts are often acute and resolve in a couple of days with no complications.

Watery diarrhea can result from infections, medications, or chronic conditions. Treatments may include drinking plenty of water, avoiding foods that make it worse, and taking medications to treat ...