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   What causes diarrhea in elderly?

   • Most cases of diarrhea in elderly are due to weak immune systems which are prone to attacks. Eating contaminated food can cause diarrhea but that is not the only cause, a change in diet can cause a disturbance in the normal function of the digestive system (gastrointestinal disturbance) and thus lead to diarrhea.

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   What causes bloating & constipation in the small intestine?

   • A number of conditions can interfere with digestion and affect the small intestine. Pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea may occur as symptoms of these disorders. As food being digested travels through it, the small intestine absorbs vitamins and minerals.

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   What causes loose stools?

   • More so, there may be poor re-absorption of fluids in the body, leading to excess fluid in the bowel, thus causing loose stool. The main cause of diarrhea is usually pathogens that attack the body such as bacteria, parasites, and viruses. These pathogens can enter the body through ingestion of contaminated food and water.

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   1 day ago · What Causes Diarrhea in Elderly? To understand the cause of diarrhea, first, it is imperative to understand what it is and how it happens. Having more than three watery bowel movements in a day is often a sign.

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   3 days ago · Understanding Constipation. Constipation is a common digestive problem where bowel movements become infrequent or difficult to pass. It typically involves having fewer than three bowel movements a week. Constipation can be chronic, lasting for several weeks or longer, or it can be an acute condition that occurs suddenly. Early Signs of Constipation

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   4 days ago · Alcohol consumption can lead to constipation due to dehydration and slowing of intestinal emptying. Alcohol is a poison for nerve cells. When you poison the nerve cells in the intestine responsible for motility, you replace peristalsis with paralysis of the muscles involved in bowel movement, causing constipation.

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   4 days ago · The goal of this activity is to explore the latest strategies in the management of the elderly patient with chronic constipation, with a view toward the challenges associated with evaluation and recognition, to enhance the care of these patients and support quality clinical practice of healthcare professionals involved in their care.

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   3 days ago · Diseases and disorders of the small intestine are common. They include Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and irritable bowel syndrome. These may cause digestive symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or vomiting.

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   3 days ago · Keep reading to learn more about the individual causes and what you can do about it. What Causes Constipation? Low Fiber Diet. Fiber consists of non-digestible components of whole foods that help move things through the colon and feed our microbiome to help support stage 3 detoxification: a bowel movement.

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   3 days ago · 1.50 CME/CE. A Home-Bound 65-Year-Old Woman With Chronic Constipation. Dr. Brennan Spiegel discusses the prevalence of chronic constipation in elderly populations with a focus on diagnosis, management, and therapy. Authors: Brennan M.R. Spiegel, MD, MSHS. Log In to Start. THIS ACTIVITY HAS EXPIRED FOR CREDIT. Target Audience and Goal Statement.