Secretory diarrhea
Watery voluminous diarrhea resulting from an imbalance between ion and water secretion and absorption.
Also called: Secretory diarrhoea.
Conditions associated with secretory diarrhea
The following conditions have been associated with secretory diarrhea in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome
Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
VIPoma
VIPoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
immunodeficiency 133 with ectodermal dysplasia with or without peripheral neuropathy
immunodeficiency 133 with ectodermal dysplasia with or without peripheral neuropathy is a medical condition th...
osteootohepatoenteric syndrome
osteootohepatoenteric syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
periodic fever-infantile enterocolitis-autoinflammatory syndrome
periodic fever-infantile enterocolitis-autoinflammatory syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated...
Tests providers may use to investigate secretory diarrhea
When investigating secretory diarrhea, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside secretory diarrhea
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if secretory diarrhea is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom secretory diarrhea mean?
Secretory diarrhea is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Watery voluminous diarrhea resulting from an imbalance between ion and water secretion and absorption.
Which conditions are associated with secretory diarrhea?
Secretory diarrhea has been reported in association with 5 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome, VIPoma, immunodeficiency 133 with ectodermal dysplasia with or without peripheral neuropathy, osteootohepatoenteric syndrome, periodic fever-infantile enterocolitis-autoinflammatory syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about secretory diarrhea?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.