Diarrhoea is the passing of watery stools more than three times a day. Diarrhoea is categorised as acute diarrhoea, which lasts 5-10 days, and chronic diarrhoea which lasts more than 2 weeks.
If your baby or child is suffering from either type of diarrhoea, always consult your doctor.
Anyone suffering from chronic diarrhea should always consult their doctor. Acute diarrhea can be a symptom of gastroenteritis (an infection of the bowel) and may be due to:
- Cramping pains in abdomen.
- Watery stools last hours or several days.
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Vomiting
- High temperature
- Headache
Our digestion section contains information on how to treat diarrhoea in adults. However, in all cases of diarrhoea in babies and children, please consult your GP.
† Medical referral is advisable if symptoms worsen or persist.
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