What does it mean when your poop comes out like water?

Liquid bowel movements (also known as diarrhea) can happen to everyone from time to time. They occur when you pass liquid instead of formed stool. Liquid bowel movements are usually caused by a short-term illness, such as food poisoning or a virus.

Is diarrhea loose or runny?

When you have diarrhea, your bowel movements (or stools) are loose and watery. It’s common and usually not serious. Many people get diarrhea a few times a year. It normally lasts 2 to 3 days.

What does mushy diarrhea mean?

When mushy stool occurs, it is often hard to control the urge or timing of the bowel movement. This form of stool has passed through the colon quickly, due to stress or a dramatic change in diet or activity level.

What should I eat if I have watery diarrhea?

Here’s another bit of good advice from Mom for treating diarrhea – eat the BRAT diet: bananas, rice (white), applesauce and toast. When your health is good, physicians usually recommend whole-grain, high-fiber foods.

How can I firm up loose stools?

Dietary Recommendations for Diarrhea:

1. Drink 8-10 cups of fluid per day, like water, broth, half-strength juice, weak tea, or electrolyte replacement drinks.
2. Eat small frequent meals slowly during the day.
3. Try sources of soluble fibre to help firm up stool.
4. Limit fried or fatty foods since these can worsen diarrhea.

Are loose stools bad?

Loose stools are abnormally watery bowel movements that can have a range of different causes. They are very common and are not usually associated with any severe health risks. Loose stools often occur after eating, but can also happen at other points in the day.

What is explosive diarrhea a symptom of?

Contaminated food and fluids are common sources of bacterial infections. Rotavirus, norovirus, and other kinds of viral gastroenteritis, commonly referred to as “stomach flu,” are among the viruses that can cause explosive diarrhea. Anyone can get these viruses.