Identify the long-term impact of chronic diarrhea.
A. Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
B. Relaxation of the external anal sphincter due to weakening of impulses from the brain
C. Accumulation of sodium and potassium in the blood
D. All of these
Answer: A
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