Acute and chronic diarrhea

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Whether the cause of diarrhea is relatively common (eg, contaminated water) or more rare (eg, carcinoid syndrome), the result is disconcerting. Since the list of tests available to aid in diagnosis is almost endless, physicians need to follow a systematic plan to avoid enormous laboratory charges. Drs Talal and Murray offer a pragmatic approach to differential diagnosis that is suited to the primary care setting.

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Andrew H. Talal

Andrew H. Talai, MD Dr Talai is a fellow in gastroenterology and a graduate student in the epidemiology program, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. His special interest Is the epidemiology of diarrheal diseases.

Joseph A. Murray

Joseph A. Murray, MD Dr Murray is assistant professor of gastroenterology, department of internal medicine, University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City. He was recently the recipient of a career-development award from the Department of Veterans Affairs. His interests include gastrointestinal motor disorders and celiac disease.