Internal Medicine Specialist, General Physician
MBBS, MRCP (Ireland)
Diabetologist, Endocrinologist
MBBS, FCPS (Medicine), FCPS (Endo)
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements, an increase in the looseness of stool or both. Symptoms associated with diarrhea include abdominal pain, especially cramping. Other symptoms depend on the cause of the diarrhea. Complications of diarrhea include dehydration, electrolyte (mineral) abnormalities, and irritation of the anus.