Loose motions can be defined as frequent bowel movements of loose or watery stools.There are several ways to classify diarrhea. These types of diarrhea include:
Acute Diarrhea
The most common acute diarrhea is loose, watery diarrhea that lasts 1-2 days. This type does not need treatment and generally disappears after a few days.
Persistent Diarrhea
This type of diarrhea usually lasts for several weeks - two to four weeks.
Chronic Diarrhea
Diarrhea that lasts longer than four weeks or comes and goes regularly over a long period of time is called chronic diarrhea.
Anyone can get diarrhea. It is common for many people to have diarrhea several times a year. It is generally not a major concern for most people.
However, loose motions can be severe in certain groups of people, including:
- Young children
- Elderly(older adults)
- Those who have health problems
For each of these people, diarrhea can lead to other health problems.Usually, diarrhea resolves on its own and goes away without intervention. If your diarrhea does not improve and resolve completely, you may be at risk for complications (dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, kidney failure, and organ damage).