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I am a 71-yo white female with Type 2 diabetes. Otherwise generally healthy. Typical conditions associated with people my age, controlled with standard meds. Sudden onset one week ago of persistent diarrhea. Dark runny and foul. OTC meds have always controlled earlier infrequent bouts. This time, no effect.No other symptoms. I have a regular check up with my GP in 5 days. Do you think that s OK or should call for urgent appt tomorrow? No family history of anything like colon cancer. Advise, please?
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having persistent diarrhoea since 1 weekend despite taking OTC (over the counter) drugs. Yoi are also having old age and diabetes. So better to consult doctor immediately and get done stool microscopic examination to identify the causative organism. You may need antibiotics, Intravenous fluids, probiotic drugs. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Does Persistent Diarrhea Indicate?
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having persistent diarrhoea since 1 weekend despite taking OTC (over the counter) drugs. Yoi are also having old age and diabetes. So better to consult doctor immediately and get done stool microscopic examination to identify the causative organism. You may need antibiotics, Intravenous fluids, probiotic drugs. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.