Synonyms of diarrhea

diarrhea

noun

ˌdī-ə-ˈrē-ə 

as in trots

abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools

I was taken with severe diarrhea while attending the conference

Synonyms & Similar Words

• trots
• runs
• dysentery
• turista
• Delhi belly
• shigellosis
• flux
• Montezuma's revenge
• scour(s)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of diarrhea

Normally, the malnutrition and diarrhea that weakened his tiny frame would have been treated within a few days, but nothing is normal in Yemen anymore. — Fatma Khaled, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Signs of severe symptoms include bloody diarrhea, fevers over 102 degrees or frequent vomiting that prevents hydration, according to the CDC. — Julia Hawkins, Idaho Statesman, 24 Sep. 2026

Who actually needs digestive enzymes Signs of a genuine enzyme deficiency include diarrhea, stomach pain, bloating, unexplained weight loss and fatty or oily stool that floats. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 2026

Symptoms of a Salmonella infection can begin six hours to six days after exposure and include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. — Amber Brenza, HEALTH, 15 Sep. 2026