“Diarrhea for days?”
I’ve had diarrhea for 5 of 12 days but intermittently. I started cholesterol and a new blood pressure medicine about 3 weeks ago, diarrhea started on Thanksgiving. Could it be medicine or something else?
Female | 59 years old
3 Answers
GastroenterologistGastroenterologist
It could be the medicine.
Yes, a side effect to medication is possible, as the timing is suspicious. If the diarrhea persists beyond 3-4 weeks then you can get evaluated by a PCP or GI doctor.
If your symptoms persist then please visit the physician who started you on the meds. That will be helpful.
