Diarrhea every day, but not sick

Diarrhea, or watery stools, is a common symptom of numerous underlying causes that can be treatable at home or with over-the-counter (OTC) medications.

Diarrhea may resolve on its own after a couple of days. Common causes include viral infections like the stomach flu and food intolerances.

Additionally, diarrhea can be chronic, lasting for weeks at a time or longer, if it’s a symptom of other underlying chronic conditions that affect your gastrointestinal tract, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

It can also be a symptom of more serious underlying causes, leading to dehydration, especially in young children, who are more likely to experience dehydration.

If you have the following symptoms, contact a medical professional promptly.

If you’re an adult experiencing diarrhea, contact a medical professional soon if you also experience:

• diarrhea lasting
• fever
• blood in your stool
• frequent vomiting
• severe abdominal pain or cramps
• symptoms of dehydration, such as confusion,
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