Which of the following can cause diarrhea? Select all that apply
a. Antibiotics d. Weak abdominal muscles
b. Fecal impaction e. Lactose intolerance
c. Irritable bowel syndrome f. Inadequate fluid intake
A, B, C, E
Diarrhea can be caused by viral infection, bacterial infection, antibiotics, laxatives, fecal impaction, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, lactose intolerance, specific foods (very individualized), irritable bowel syndrome, caffeine, and alcohol.
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