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Severe Diareah

Were you looking for information about Diarrhea? Severe diareah is a common misspelling and variation on diarrhea.
 
Severe diarrhea is not a disease -- it is a symptom of certain medical conditions. Diarrhea can be caused by many things, including food intolerance, reactions to medicine, and intestinal diseases. Often, the only necessary treatment for diarrhea involves replacing lost fluids and electrolytes to prevent dehydration; however, severe diarrhea may require treatment with antibiotics or diet and lifestyle changes.
 
(Click Diarrhea to read the complete eMedTV article, which further explains how diarrhea is defined, other conditions it is associated with, and when you should see your healthcare provider.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD