Teresa B. asked

👶  Ob Gyn

I have been experiencing diarrhea for the past 4 days, possibly longer, occurring mostly in the morning and sometimes at night. I am 20 years old with an IUD in place. The diarrhea is constant, accompanied by bloating, and my appetite varies. I have not been taking any medications since May 2022. What could be causing this and what should I do?

July 8th, 2024

Alan B. answered

The symptoms you are experiencing are likely due to viral diarrhea or food poisoning, which typicall...

July 8th, 2024

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