💠 In Which Conditions Do We See Loose Motions?

A Complete Guide by Dr. Karan R. Rawat (Gastroenterologist & Surgeon, Agra)**

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Loose motions (diarrhoea) can occur due to many stomach and intestinal problems. While most people ignore it as a “normal stomach upset,” repeated or severe loose motions can indicate deeper issues requiring expert gastroenterology care.

Dr. Karan R. Rawat, one of Agra’s trusted Gastroenterologists, Liver Specialist & GI Surgeon, explains the common and serious causes behind loose motions.

🔷 1. Gastroenteritis (Stomach Infection)

The most common cause.

Causes:

  • Viral infection (Rotavirus, Norovirus)

  • Bacterial contamination (E. coli, Salmonella)

  • Contaminated water or food

Symptoms:

  • Loose watery stools

  • Fever, vomiting

  • Abdominal cramps

🔷 2. Food Poisoning

Spoiled, unhygienic or improperly cooked food can lead to acute diarrhoea.

Typical Signs:

  • Sudden onset of loose stools

  • Vomiting

  • Body ache

  • Dehydration

🔷 3. Irritable Bowel Syndrome – IBS (Diarrhoea Type)

A functional bowel disorder.

Features:

  • Recurrent loose motions

  • Crampy abdominal pain

  • Stool urgency

  • Symptoms worsen with stress, oily food, or irregular meals

🔷 4. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Includes Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease.

Symptoms:

  • Chronic loose stools

  • Blood or mucus in stool

  • Weight loss

  • Weakness

Requires specialist gastroenterology treatment.

🔷 5. Lactose Intolerance

Some people cannot digest milk sugar.

Symptoms after milk/milk products:

  • Loose stools

  • Gas

  • Bloating

  • Abdominal discomfort

🔷 6. Food Allergy or Gluten Sensitivity (Celiac Disease)

Small intestine cannot tolerate gluten (wheat, atta, maida).

Symptoms:

  • Chronic loose motions

  • Weight loss

  • Nutritional deficiencies

🔷 7. Excess Antibiotic Use (Antibiotic-associated Diarrhoea)

Antibiotics disturb normal gut bacteria and cause diarrhoea.

Dr. Rawat commonly treats such cases, especially in patients self-medicating.

🔷 8. Parasite Infections

Amoeba, Giardia, worms.

Symptoms:

  • Loose stools with mucus

  • Abdominal pain

  • Unpleasant smell

  • Fatigue

🔷 9. Pancreatic Problems

Includes chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic enzyme deficiency.

Clues:

  • Greasy, foul-smelling loose stools

  • Poor digestion

  • Weight loss

🔷 10. Thyroid Disorders (Hyperthyroidism)

Overactive thyroid increases gut motility → loose stools.

🔷 11. Anxiety & Stress-Related Diarrhoea

The “brain–gut axis” can trigger diarrhoea during emotional stress.

🔷 12. Side Effects of Medicines

Examples:

  • Metformin

  • Magnesium-based antacids

  • Certain chemotherapy drugs

🔷 13. COVID-related Gastrointestinal Symptoms

Some patients present with diarrhoea as the first sign of viral infection.

🔶 When Should You See Dr. Karan R. Rawat Immediately?

✔ Loose motions > 3 days
✔ Blood or mucus in stool
✔ High fever or vomiting
✔ Severe abdominal pain
✔ Signs of dehydration
✔ If child or elderly person is affected
✔ If diarrhoea keeps recurring

Early diagnosis prevents complications.

🔷 How Dr. Karan R. Rawat Treats Loose Motion Problems

  • Stool test, blood tests, ultrasound if needed

  • Hydration & electrolyte correction

  • Diet counselling

  • Probiotic therapy

  • Antibiotics ONLY when required

  • Tailored treatment for IBS, IBD, pancreatitis or malabsorption

  • Long-term prevention advice

💠 Hindi Version (हिंदी में जानकारी)

ढीला पेट / लूज़ मोशन किन-किन कारणों से होते हैं?

1. पेट का इंफेक्शन (गैस्ट्रोएन्टराइटिस)

गंदा पानी, बासी खाना → तेज दस्त, बुखार, उल्टी।

2. फूड पॉयजनिंग

अचानक दस्त, उल्टी, कमजोरी।

3. IBS (इरिटेबल बाउल सिंड्रोम)

बार-बार दस्त, तनाव में बढ़ता है।

4. अल्सरेटिव कोलाइटिस / क्रोन्स

खून या म्यूकस वाला दस्त।

5. दूध पच न पाना (लैक्टोज इंटॉलरेंस)

6. आटे-गेहूं से एलर्जी (सीलिएक रोग)

7. एंटीबायोटिक की साइड इफेक्ट

8. आंतों के कीड़े / अमीबा

9. पैंक्रियास की बीमारी

10. थायराइड बढ़ना

11. तनाव और चिंता

12. दवाइयों के साइड इफेक्ट

📍 For Best Treatment of Loose Motions in Agra

Consult – Dr. Karan R. Rawat
Gastroenterologist • Liver Specialist • GI Surgeon
Expert in stomach infections, IBS, IBD, pancreatitis & digestive diseases.