Self-help guide: Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea is passing looser or more frequent stools than is normal for you. It affects most people from time to time and is usually nothing to worry about. Use this guide to find out more about your diarrhoea symptoms, when you can use self-care, and what to do if your condition worsens and you need medical help.

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