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Diarrhea

Diarrhea is a medical condition characterized by frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements. It is usually caused by viral or bacterial infection, food poisoning, or certain medications. Diarrhea can range from mild to severe and can lead to dehydration if not treated promptly.

Senses:

1. Medical:

In the medical context, diarrhea refers to the condition of having frequent, watery bowel movements. It is often accompanied by abdominal cramps, bloating, and nausea.

Sample Sentence: After eating contaminated food, he experienced severe diarrhea and had to stay home for a few days to recover.

2. General Usage:

In a more general sense, diarrhea is used figuratively to describe a situation characterized by an excessive or uncontrollable flow or leakage.

Sample Sentence: The stock market experienced a financial diarrhea as investors panicked and pulled out their investments.

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