Understanding Changes in Stool

By Todd Eisner, Health Guide Friday, February 29, 2008

 

If a colonoscopy does not reveal a source for your diarrhea, the most likely next step in the evaluation would be to look at the small intestine, with either a small bowel x-ray or a capsule endoscopy (where a small pill camera is ingested).

 

As you can see from the above, the investigation of diarrhea can be a long, complicated process. After a thorough history, depending on your age, family history and associated symptoms, your doctor will decide the approach that is most appropriate for you.


What is a colonoscopy, you ask. Find out here.

Read what a gastroenterologist has to say.

 

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By Todd Eisner, Health Guide— Last Modified: 05/20/12, First Published: 02/29/08