Chronic Diarrhea Management – A Holistic View
Keywords:
Diarrhea, symptom, rather, diseaseAbstract
Diarrhea is a symptom rather than a disease and represents the manifestation of a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders. It is classically defined as a fecal output exceeding 200 g/day in individuals consuming a low-fiber (Western) diet, although the term is more commonly used to describe the passage of loose or watery stools. Chronic diarrhea, which affects up to 5% of the population at any given time, is a common clinical problem. Diarrhea that persists for several weeks or months, whether continuous or intermittent, warrants a thorough clinical evaluation to identify the underlying cause and guide appropriate management.
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