Peer Reviewed
Gastroenterology clinic

Bloody diarrhoea

Vu Kwan, Farzan Fahrtash-bahin
Abstract
Management of bloody diarrhoea depends on the underlying cause but the cornerstone of therapy is adequate rehydration.
Key Points

    Diarrhoea is a common complaint in our community and bloody diarrhoea is an important subset that has a range of aetiologies. Recognition of the common and serious possible causes is paramount to facilitating appropriate evaluation and management.

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