diarrhea
noun
di·ar·rhea
ˌdī-ə-ˈrē-ə 
1
: abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools (see stool entry 1 sense 3a)
symptoms include fever, nausea, and diarrhea
2
: excessive flow
verbal diarrhea
Synonyms
Examples of diarrhea in a Sentence
The symptoms of the disease include fever, nausea, and diarrhea.
I was taken with severe diarrhea while attending the conference.
Recent Examples on the Web
Signs of the disease in a dog include a rise in body temperature, a loss of appetite, listlessness, diarrhea and vomiting.
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Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2024
Lactobacillus acidophilus may help lower total and LDL cholesterol and reduce diarrhea.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
Efficacy of probiotics in the treatment of acute diarrhea in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials
Pediatrics in Review.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 18 Apr. 2024
But [redacted], the small, younger pup, started vomiting on the evening of the 23rd and having diarrhea.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
The vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration requiring medical attention, especially in young children, older adults and people with other illnesses.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2024
The National Institutes of Health acknowledges that, when ingested in extremely large amounts, fluoride from dental products or dietary supplements can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, bone pain, and even death in extremely rare cases.
—Melba Newsome, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Medical experts say having 2,000 mg or more in one day could lead to kidney stones, diarrhea and other stomach issues.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
In addition to the cholesterol-lowering benefits, psyllium husk can also help alleviate digestive issues such as diarrhea and constipation, improve bowel regularity, regulate blood sugar, and regulate appetite.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2024
Lactobacillus acidophilus may help lower total and LDL cholesterol and reduce diarrhea.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2024
Efficacy of probiotics in the treatment of acute diarrhea in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials
Pediatrics in Review.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 18 Apr. 2024
But [redacted], the small, younger pup, started vomiting on the evening of the 23rd and having diarrhea.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
The vomiting and diarrhea can lead to dehydration requiring medical attention, especially in young children, older adults and people with other illnesses.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2024
The National Institutes of Health acknowledges that, when ingested in extremely large amounts, fluoride from dental products or dietary supplements can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, bone pain, and even death in extremely rare cases.
—Melba Newsome, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Medical experts say having 2,000 mg or more in one day could lead to kidney stones, diarrhea and other stomach issues.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2024
In addition to the cholesterol-lowering benefits, psyllium husk can also help alleviate digestive issues such as diarrhea and constipation, improve bowel regularity, regulate blood sugar, and regulate appetite.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
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diarrhea
noun
di·ar·rhea
ˌdī-ə-ˈrē-ə
: abnormally frequent and watery bowel movements
Medical Definition
diarrhea
noun
di·ar·rhea
variants
or chiefly British diarrhoea
: abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools
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