An elderly woman visits her doctor complaining of persistent diarrhea. Which of the following possibilities would be best for her doctor to investigate further?

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gschibby · Answer

Ehm, what possibilities? :P

anonymous · Answer

Her pancreas may not be producing enough insulin.

 Her stomach may be producing too much acid.

 The villi in her small intestine may be absorbing too little water.

 She may have an infection in her large intestine.

gschibby · Answer

Probably D, but I suppose C could be an option too :)

anonymous · Answer

I think the answer would be C.

gschibby · Answer

Yup, infection is probably more temporary ;)