Runny bowel movements?

I don't know why but for the last month, I've had runny bowel movements (or light diahhrea) for no obvious reason. I am not doing anything differently or eating anything differently.

I have been having a lot of stress lately but that is nothing new and I never had any bowel problems before.

What possible reasons could there be for this? I don't have HIV either so that isn't a possible cause.
Answer:
You may get checked out for "IBS" or Irritable Bowel Syndrome and there is meds to control it!

BR

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it can simply be from stress-
u can try over the counter meds for diarrhea
also try going to see an Md to get u some antidepressants or talk to someone to decrease ure stress-
having bad enough stress to make ur body have this reaction isnt good- it depletes ur body of vitamins/minerals

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it's probably the stress and it should go away

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Get a plumber.

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Loose stool like you describe could be caused by infection, stress, diet change, laxative use, antibiotic use or inflammatory bowel disease. Check especially if you have any blood or mucous in your stool. Be aware of abdominal pains excess gas and nausea. If this continues you could experience electrolyte disturbances because you may be losing too much fluids and potassium in your stool. Loose stools for a month is a cause of concern and should be followed up with your doctor for diagnoses and treatment.

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you been drinkin alot it happens when u are a heavy drinker

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You need to make an appointment with your physician. It might be nothing at all. Or it might be an indicator for more testing needed. They will take a blood sample to check for infections. Also you might have picked up a bacterial infection or intestinal parisite. You need to get this checked out. It is not an embarrassing topic with health care workers. We deal with this all the time. Poo, is just a normal function of the body. Please go get this checked out. You will feel better soon.

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Ulcerative colitis exhibits this symptom. Although you've been under a lot of stress before, this auto-immune disease begins without warning during times of stress. Ulcerative colitis is when you have ulcers in your colon. If your stools are also bloody, the ulcers are bleeding. Another symptom of this disease is horrible cramping while you pass your runny stools.

You should see your doctor soon to determine if what you are experiencing is this disease. Keep yourself hydrated in the meantime with electrolyte replacement drinks like Gatorade. All the best to you.

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