Letter L
Loose motion
Also known as: Loose stools, Diarrhoea
Loose motion symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Loose motion is a common name for diarrhoea. The main risk is dehydration—use ORS. Blood, high fever, or symptoms in young children need clinic care.
Possible causes
- Infection
- Contaminated food
- Stomach viruses
- Medicines
- Cholera (outbreaks)
When to see a doctor
Seek care for blood, dizziness, inability to drink, or severe diarrhoea in a child.