Chronic diarrhea overview

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Omodamola Aje B.Sc, M.D. [2]

Overview

Chronic diarrhea is a term used to refer to loose stools, urgency and high stool frequency lasting for more than 4 weeks. It is important to note that frequent defecation with normal consistency is termed psuedodiarrhea.

Historical Perspective

Classification

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Chronic Diarrhea fron other Conditions

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Natural History, Complication and Prognosis

Daignosis

History and Symptoms

Physical Examination

Laboratory Findings

Electrocardiogram

Chest X Ray

CT Scan

Other Imaging Findings

Treatment

Medical Therapy

Surgery

Prevention

References