Characteristics of Small-bowel and Large-bowel Diarrhea
Characteristics of Small-bowel and Large-bowel Diarrhea
Characteristics | Small Bowel | Large Bowel |
|---|---|---|
Blood in feces | Melena | Hematochezia |
Fecal quality | Loose, watery “cow-pie” | Loose to semiformed |
Fecal volume | Large quantities | Small quantities |
Frequency of defecation | Normal to increased | Increased |
Mucus in feces | Absent | Usually present |
Tenesmus | Absent | Usually present |
Urgency | Absent | Usually present |
Weight loss | May be present | Rare |