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Chronic diarrhea historical perspective
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The word “diarrhea” was coined by Hippocrates. Diarrhea is derived from the Greek term “to flow through.” Diarrhea is a common manifestation of gastrointestinal disease.
Historical Perspective
Historical Perspective
The word “diarrhea” was coined by Hippocrates. Diarrhea is derived from the Greek term “to flow through.” Diarrhea is a common manifestation of gastrointestinal disease.[1]
References
References
- ↑ Fine KD, Schiller LR (1999). “AGA technical review on the evaluation and management of chronic diarrhea”. Gastroenterology. 116 (6): 1464–86. PMID 10348832.
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