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Constant Diarrhea

Digestive Health | Last Active: Sep 11, 2023 | Replies (133)

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I've had chronic diarrhea for a year and 2 months. I've been seeing a gastroenterologist since December 2020. I've been tested for celiac, c diff, crohn's, diverticulitis, colitis, and pancreatitis. I had a colonoscopy in January with nothing showing, and biopsy not revealing micro inflammation.

I sought gastroenterology help after imodium quit working. I've been on Cholestyramine, xifaxin, Creon, and Lomotil, all with no effect.

I'm going to get a second opinion at a different clinic soon. I feel like the current gastroenterologist is just throwing pills at me to see if anything works. I really want to get to the bottom of why this is happening, not just band aid pills. It's been suggested that this is all because of stress. I'm seeing a counselor to help with that, but so far no relief. Actually my condition is stressful in itself. I have to bathroom map, and it's affecting my relationship with my husband. I'm desperate for answers. Anyone else have this with the absence of all the regular gastro/digestive diseases?

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Have you had a stool elastase test for EPI?

I have the same problem! Not liquid, but numerous small or larger pieces, anywhere from 3 to 6 times per day. I had a kidney transplant 11/29/23 and still take 10 meds/day which may contribute? Most of my poops are in the morning, and if have many shopping errands, I will wear depends to be safe. This seems to be my new normal.