The following types of infections can cause watery diarrhea: Viruses that can cause watery diarrhea include: • Rotavirus • Norovirus • Astroviruses • Adenoviruses Bacteria that can cause watery stools are: • Campylobacter • Escherichia coli (E. coli) • Salmonella • Shigella • Clostridium Difficile • Cholera • Parasites that can cause watery stools: • Cryptosporidiosis is caused by microscopic parasites • Cyclosporiasis is caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis • Giardia (also called giardiasis) is caused by the parasite Giardia lamblia If you or someone you love is experiencing diarrhea, the board-certified gastroenterologists at Digestive Disease Care can help you find relief. Contact us today or book an appointment online with our diarrhea treatment specialist. We have convenient locations to serve you in Jamaica NY, Melville NY, New Hyde Park NY, Forest Hills NY, Jericho NY, Mineola NY, Lake Success NY, Babylon NY, East Setauket NY, Massapequa NY and BEYOND.