causes of stomach bloating and diarrhea
Some of the most common causes of bloating and diarrhea include gastrointestinal illnesses caused by viruses, bacteria, and parasites. A person may also become bloated and suffer from diarrhea because he has a long-term condition, such as irritable bowel syndrome or Chrohn's disease.
Sometimes the cause of bloating and diarrhea is a long-term condition, which is often referred to as chronic. One type of chronic condition a person may develop is called irritable bowel syndrome. It is marked by abdominal cramping, bloating, diarrhea, and the passage of gas. Crohnâs disease may cause a person to suffer not only bloating and diarrhea, but also blood in the stool, mouth sores, and intestinal ulcers.
Most people know that beans, broccoli, and onions can cause gas, but what most people don't suspect are fruits, sodas, and milk. Fructose (a sugar found in fruits and sodas) and lactose (a sugar found in dairy products) are common causes of gas, bloating, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. Lactose intolerance is extremely common. It is estimated that 30 to 50 million Americans have some degree of lactose intolerance.