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Diarrhea, Hemorrhoids Bleeding. Taking Vitamins And Drinking Plenty Of Water. Had Colonoscopies. Sufficient?

Hi, I've had an ongoing diahorrea problem for about 4 weeks. I am 64 years of age, in good health and run regularly. I presume that eat a good basic diet of fruit and vegetables and small portions of chicken and fish. I take vitamins and drink plenty of water. I also eat wholemeal bread, cakes and biscuits, I must confess. I never feel like I need to run to the toilet, but I go two or three times a day. I occasionally suffer haemorroid bleeding. I've had 3 colonoscopies-all clear. Does my dietary intake need modifying?
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Hi!
welcome to HCM!
i dont think that going 2-3 times a day can be labelled as diarrhea.
Diarrhea is defined by the World Health Organization as having three or more loose or liquid stools per day, or as having more stools than is normal for that person.
I think your diet is alright and doesnot need modyfying.
hope this will help you!
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Diarrhea, Hemorrhoids Bleeding. Taking Vitamins And Drinking Plenty Of Water. Had Colonoscopies. Sufficient?

Hi! welcome to HCM! i dont think that going 2-3 times a day can be labelled as diarrhea. Diarrhea is defined by the World Health Organization as having three or more loose or liquid stools per day, or as having more stools than is normal for that person. I think your diet is alright and doesnot need modyfying. hope this will help you!