Gastroenterology

Acute Diarrhoea  1. Definition Acute diarrhoea = Passage of ≥3 loose/watery stools per day lasting <14 days. Persistent: 14–28 days Chronic: >4 weeks Always clarify duration, volume, blood, travel, antibiotics, immunocompromise, and systemic toxicity. Acute Diarrhoea vs Dysentery  Feature Acute Watery Dysentery Stool Watery Blood + mucus Fever Mild High Pain Mild Severe cramps Cause […]