iVillage Total HealthIn turn, the unabsorbed
bile salts can prompt the colon to secrete fluids, leading to
diarrhea. This scenario is benign, and it does not get worse.
... iVillage Total HealthSecretory
diarrhea. Occurs when the intestines release water and
salt into the
... Secretory
diarrhea can be due to poor absorption of
bile acids and fatty
... iVillage Total HealthFor example, patients with
diarrhea due to infection may also experience abdominal pain,
... It may also indicate pancreatitis,
bile duct or liver diseases, celiac disease or
... as the body loses significant amounts of water and
salt.
... iVillage Total HealthDiarrhea is an increase in the liquidity and/or volume of stool or the frequency
... The intestines may be stimulated to secrete water,
salt or other fluids into the
... of certain other substances (e.g., castor oil, excess
bile acids).
...