Loose motions, also known as Diarrhea, are often caused when there is an underlying health issue. It is a loose watery stool often caused in summer because of heat and dehydration or eating contaminated food. Here are a few reasons why loose motions are caused. Tap to read!
Food Poisoning
The contaminated food or water releases toxins in the body, which irritates the stomach lining, triggering an inflammatory response as the body’s defence mechanism, leading to loose motions.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
In IBS, the stool is pushed through the intestine quickly, preventing proper water absorption and leading to loose motion.
Stress
Stress causes an imbalance in the gut microbiome and increases sensitivity. This increased sensitivity can trigger diarrhoea.
Lactose Intolerance
People who are lactose intolerant are not able to digest dairy products, as their body is unable to break down the natural sugar in these foods, leading to loose motions.
Medications
Medications not only kill the harmful bacteria but also destroy essential bacteria, which disrupts the gut microbiome and leads to loose motions.
Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is an IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) which causes loose motion because of inflammation, ulcers, and increased intestinal motility.
Information Credits
According to PubMed, loose motions occur when there is an imbalance in the normal functioning of the small and large intestines. It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional if you are experiencing loose motions or diarrhea.