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You have been evaluated in the emergency department today for diarrhea. Your evaluation was not suggestive of any emergent condition requiring medical intervention at this time. However, some abdominal problems make take more time to appear. Therefore, it is important for you to watch for any new symptoms or worsening of your current condition. Your pain is most likely due to a viral food-borne illness. Your body will pass the infection on its own. It is important to stay well-hydrated. We suggest drinking Gatorade or Pedialyte. You can start eating gradually as tolerated. Please follow up with your primary care physician within one to two days. If you do not have a primary doctor, you can call your insurance company to find one. If you do not have insurance, you can look for one on this of local clinics or go to the finance/registration department for more assistance. Return to the Emergency Department if you experience worsening pain, persistent fevers greater than 100.4, recurrent vomiting, blood in vomit, blood in stool, dark tarry stool, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or any other concerning symptoms.



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