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class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kristeen Cherney</a></span></span></span></span> — <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span> Updated on April 24, 2020</span></a></div></section></div><div><nav class="css-wp9hsz fontWeight" id="tab-bar-0" data-testid="tab-bar"><ul class="css-wy0i0w"><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#causes" class="css-imydbp">Causes</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#treatment" class="css-imydbp">Treatment</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#seeking-help" class="css-imydbp">Seeking help</a></li><li class="css-a8aps"><a href="#duration" class="css-imydbp">Duration</a></li></ul></nav><article class="article-body css-d2znx6 undefined"><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-12va8w7"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p class="h2"> A common problem</p></div><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">HIV</a> compromises the immune system and may result in <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/opportunistic-infections" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">opportunistic infections</a> that cause many symptoms. It’s possible to also experience a variety of symptoms when the virus is <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/transmission-myths" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">transmitted</a>. Some of these symptoms, like <a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/diarrhea" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">diarrhea</a>, may even occur because of treatment.</p></div><div><p>Diarrhea is one of the most common complications of HIV. It can be severe or mild, causing occasional loose stools. It can also be ongoing (chronic). For those living with HIV, identifying the cause of diarrhea can help determine the right treatments for long-term management and better quality of life.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline2__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline2__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="causes"> Causes of diarrhea in HIV</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Diarrhea in HIV has many possible causes. It can be an <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/early-signs-hiv-infection" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">early symptom of HIV</a>, also known as acute HIV infection. According to the <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hiv-aids/basics/symptoms/con-20013732" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Mayo Clinic</a>, HIV produces flu-like symptoms, including diarrhea, within two months of transmission. They may persist for a few weeks. Other symptoms of <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/acute-hiv-infection" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">acute HIV infection</a> include:</p></div><div><ul><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/fever" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">fever</a> or <a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/chills" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">chills</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/nausea" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">nausea</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/night-sweats" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">night sweats</a></li><li>muscle aches or joint pain</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/headache" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">headaches</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/sore-throat" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">sore throat</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-rash-symptoms-treatments" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">rashes</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/swollen-lymph-nodes" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">swollen lymph nodes</a></li></ul></div><div><p>Although these symptoms are like those of seasonal flu, the difference is that a person may still experience them even after taking <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/flu-treatments" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">over-the-counter flu medications</a>.</p></div><div><p>Untreated diarrhea is especially dangerous. It can lead to dehydration or other life-threatening complications.</p></div><div><p>Initial transmission of the virus isn’t the only cause of diarrhea with HIV. It’s also a common side effect of HIV medications. Along with diarrhea, these medications can cause other side effects like nausea or abdominal pain.</p></div><div><p>Antiretroviral medications carry a risk of diarrhea, but some classes of antiretrovirals are more likely to cause diarrhea.</p></div><div><p>The class with the greatest chance of causing diarrhea is the <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/protease-inhibitors" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">protease inhibitor</a>. Diarrhea is more often associated with older protease inhibitors, like lopinavir/ritonavir (Kaletra) and fosamprenavir (Lexiva), than newer ones, like darunavir (Prezista) and atazanavir (Reyataz).</p></div><div><p>Anyone taking an antiretroviral who experiences lasting diarrhea should contact their healthcare provider.</p></div><div><p>Gastrointestinal (GI) problems are common in people with HIV. Diarrhea is the most common GI symptom, according to the <a href="http://hivinsite.ucsf.edu/InSite?page=kb-00&doc=kb-04-01-11" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center</a>. HIV-related GI issues that can lead to diarrhea include:</p></div><div><h3>Intestinal infections</h3></div><div><p>Some infections are unique to HIV, like <em>Mycobacterium</em> <em>avium</em> complex (MAC). Others, such as <em>Cryptosporidium</em>, cause limited diarrhea in people without HIV, but may be chronic in people with HIV. In the past, diarrhea from HIV was more likely to be caused by this type of infection. But diarrhea that’s not caused by intestinal infection has become more common.</p></div><div><h3>Bacterial overgrowth</h3></div><div><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/sibo" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">Small bowel bacterial overgrowth</a> is possible in people with HIV. Intestinal problems may make a person with HIV more likely to have an overgrowth of bacteria. This may lead to diarrhea and other digestive issues.</p></div><div><h3>HIV enteropathy</h3></div><div><p>HIV itself may be a pathogen that causes diarrhea. According to the <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/68019053" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)</a></hl-trusted-source>, a person with HIV who has diarrhea for more than a month is diagnosed with HIV enteropathy when no other cause is found.</p></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="treatment"> Treatment options</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>If diarrhea remains a persistent problem while taking antiretroviral drugs, a healthcare provider may prescribe a different type of medication. Don’t stop taking HIV medication unless directed by a healthcare provider. Forgo HIV medication, and the virus may start to replicate faster in the body. Faster replication can lead to mutated copies of the virus, which can lead to medication resistance.</p></div><div><p>Scientists have worked to create medications to ease diarrhea. Crofelemer (formerly Fulyzaq, but now known by the brand name Mytesi) is an antidiarrheal prescription medication for treating noninfectious diarrhea. In 2012, the <a href="https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/202292s000lbl.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)</a> approved crofelemer to treat diarrhea caused by anti-HIV medications.</p></div><div><p>Diarrhea may also be treated with <a class="content-link css-1c2ok3c sl" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/yeast-infection-home-remedy">home remedies</a> and lifestyle changes such as:</p></div><div><ul><li>drinking more clear liquids</li><li>avoiding caffeine</li><li>refraining from consuming milk products</li><li>eating 20 grams or more of soluble fiber per day</li><li>avoiding greasy, spicy foods</li></ul></div><div><p>If there is an underlying infection causing diarrhea, a healthcare provider will work to treat it. Don’t start taking any medication to stop diarrhea without first talking to a healthcare provider.</p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="seeking-help"> Seeking help for this symptom</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Addressing HIV-related diarrhea can improve quality of life and comfort. But it’s also important to remember that chronic diarrhea can be dangerous and should be treated as soon as possible. Bloody diarrhea, or diarrhea with a fever, warrants an immediate call to a healthcare provider.</p></div></div><div data-testid="tabbed-article-section" class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="duration"> How long does it last?</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>The duration of diarrhea in a person with HIV depends on its cause. That person might only experience diarrhea as part of an acute infection syndrome. And they might notice fewer episodes after a few weeks.</p></div><div><p>Diarrhea may clear up after switching to medications that often don’t cause this side effect. Making certain lifestyle changes or taking medications prescribed to treat diarrhea may provide immediate relief.</p></div><div><p>Another problem that may affect duration of diarrhea is malnutrition. People with chronic HIV who are malnourished may experience worsened diarrhea. This issue is more common in developing nations where malnutrition is a problem for people with and without HIV. One study estimated that <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3218691/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">almost 100 percent</a></hl-trusted-source> of all people with HIV in developing regions have chronic diarrhea. 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class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/daniel-murrell.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Daniel Murrell, M.D.</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv-aids/how-hiv-affects-the-body;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|2" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Does HIV Affect the Body?|rn1" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/how-hiv-affects-the-body?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">What are the stages of HIV? 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Inflammation in the brain causes cognitive…</a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv/hiv-encephalopathy;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|3" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What You Need to Know About HIV Encephalopathy|rn2" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv/hiv-encephalopathy?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right css-1bisyf5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-17lceqi css-1ub4i5m"><div data-empty="true" class="css-vhteyv"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="DCMR2__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="DCMR2" data-ad="true" class="css-prb4v6"></div></div></section></div></div></li><li class="css-1d1kvj4"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-z468a2 css-t8t3ia"><div class="css-k3xa71"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1pvwan1"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Understanding HIV-1 and How It May Affect You|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="Understanding HIV-1 and How It May Affect You" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Female_Phone_Tired_732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Female_Phone_Tired_732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-j5n0jw css-1hjyqqq" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Understanding HIV-1 and How It May Affect You|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Understanding HIV-1 and How It May Affect You</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-ra9ywe"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Cameron-White-MD-MPH-Mary-Morrison_edit.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Cameron White, M.D., MPH</a></span></span></div></section><p><a class="css-2fdibo css-v34bze" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Understanding HIV-1 and How It May Affect You|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/hiv-1?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">HIV-1 is one of the two types of HIV. 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data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Building a supportive community when you have HIV can help boost your mental and physical health. </a></p><a class="css-1c2ok3c css-y30xg1" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/hiv-aids/why-build-supportive-community-with-hiv;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|6 Reasons to Build a Supportive Community with HIV|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/why-build-supportive-community-with-hiv?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right css-1bisyf5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-17lceqi css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-1d1kvj4"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-z468a2 css-t8t3ia"><div class="css-k3xa71"><span 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It can be an \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/early-signs-hiv-infection\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eearly symptom of HIV\u003c/a\u003e, also known as acute HIV infection. According to the \u003ca href=\"http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hiv-aids/basics/symptoms/con-20013732\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eMayo Clinic\u003c/a\u003e, HIV produces flu-like symptoms, including diarrhea, within two months of transmission. They may persist for a few weeks. Other symptoms of \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/acute-hiv-infection\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eacute HIV infection\u003c/a\u003e include:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/fever\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003efever\u003c/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/chills\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003echills\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/nausea\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003enausea\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/symptom/night-sweats\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003enight sweats\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003emuscle aches or joint pain\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/headache\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eheadaches\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/sore-throat\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003esore throat\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-rash-symptoms-treatments\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003erashes\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/swollen-lymph-nodes\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eswollen lymph nodes\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Although these symptoms are like those of seasonal flu, the difference is that a person may still experience them even after taking \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/flu-treatments\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eover-the-counter flu medications\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Untreated diarrhea is especially dangerous. It can lead to dehydration or other life-threatening complications."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Initial transmission of the virus isn’t the only cause of diarrhea with HIV. It’s also a common side effect of HIV medications. Along with diarrhea, these medications can cause other side effects like nausea or abdominal pain."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Antiretroviral medications carry a risk of diarrhea, but some classes of antiretrovirals are more likely to cause diarrhea."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The class with the greatest chance of causing diarrhea is the \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/hiv-aids/protease-inhibitors\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eprotease inhibitor\u003c/a\u003e. Diarrhea is more often associated with older protease inhibitors, like lopinavir/ritonavir (Kaletra) and fosamprenavir (Lexiva), than newer ones, like darunavir (Prezista) and atazanavir (Reyataz)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Anyone taking an antiretroviral who experiences lasting diarrhea should contact their healthcare provider."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Gastrointestinal (GI) problems are common in people with HIV. Diarrhea is the most common GI symptom, according to the \u003ca href=\"http://hivinsite.ucsf.edu/InSite?page=kb-00\u0026doc=kb-04-01-11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eUniversity of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center\u003c/a\u003e. HIV-related GI issues that can lead to diarrhea include:"},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Intestinal infections"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Some infections are unique to HIV, like \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eavium\u003c/em\u003e complex (MAC). Others, such as \u003cem\u003eCryptosporidium\u003c/em\u003e, cause limited diarrhea in people without HIV, but may be chronic in people with HIV. In the past, diarrhea from HIV was more likely to be caused by this type of infection. But diarrhea that’s not caused by intestinal infection has become more common."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"Bacterial overgrowth"},{"tagName":"p","source":"\u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/sibo\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eSmall bowel bacterial overgrowth\u003c/a\u003e is possible in people with HIV. Intestinal problems may make a person with HIV more likely to have an overgrowth of bacteria. This may lead to diarrhea and other digestive issues."},{"tagName":"h3","source":"HIV enteropathy"},{"tagName":"p","source":"HIV itself may be a pathogen that causes diarrhea. According to the \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/68019053\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eNational Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, a person with HIV who has diarrhea for more than a month is diagnosed with HIV enteropathy when no other cause is found."}]},{"id":"treatment","title":"Treatment","isCollapsable":false,"header":[" Treatment options"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"If diarrhea remains a persistent problem while taking antiretroviral drugs, a healthcare provider may prescribe a different type of medication. Don’t stop taking HIV medication unless directed by a healthcare provider. Forgo HIV medication, and the virus may start to replicate faster in the body. Faster replication can lead to mutated copies of the virus, which can lead to medication resistance."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Scientists have worked to create medications to ease diarrhea. Crofelemer (formerly Fulyzaq, but now known by the brand name Mytesi) is an antidiarrheal prescription medication for treating noninfectious diarrhea. In 2012, the \u003ca href=\"https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/202292s000lbl.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eU.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)\u003c/a\u003e approved crofelemer to treat diarrhea caused by anti-HIV medications."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Diarrhea may also be treated with \u003ca class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c sl\" href=\"https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/yeast-infection-home-remedy\"\u003ehome remedies\u003c/a\u003e and lifestyle changes such as:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003edrinking more clear liquids\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eavoiding caffeine\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003erefraining from consuming milk products\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eeating 20 grams or more of soluble fiber per day\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eavoiding greasy, spicy foods\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"If there is an underlying infection causing diarrhea, a healthcare provider will work to treat it. Don’t start taking any medication to stop diarrhea without first talking to a healthcare provider."}]},{"id":"seeking-help","title":"Seeking help","isCollapsable":false,"header":[" Seeking help for this symptom"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Addressing HIV-related diarrhea can improve quality of life and comfort. But it’s also important to remember that chronic diarrhea can be dangerous and should be treated as soon as possible. Bloody diarrhea, or diarrhea with a fever, warrants an immediate call to a healthcare provider."}]},{"id":"duration","title":"Duration","isCollapsable":false,"header":[" How long does it last?"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"The duration of diarrhea in a person with HIV depends on its cause. That person might only experience diarrhea as part of an acute infection syndrome. And they might notice fewer episodes after a few weeks."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Diarrhea may clear up after switching to medications that often don’t cause this side effect. Making certain lifestyle changes or taking medications prescribed to treat diarrhea may provide immediate relief."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Another problem that may affect duration of diarrhea is malnutrition. People with chronic HIV who are malnourished may experience worsened diarrhea. This issue is more common in developing nations where malnutrition is a problem for people with and without HIV. One study estimated that \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3218691/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ealmost 100 percent\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e of all people with HIV in developing regions have chronic diarrhea. A healthcare provider can determine whether malnutrition is an issue and suggest dietary changes to correct it."}]}],"hasAffiliateLinks":false,"affiliates":[],"isDisclaimer":false,"isOwnedAndOperatedPresent":false,"propsFor":{"articleResources":[{"displayLink":"10.1007/s40121-014-0047-5","link":"10.1007/s40121-014-0047-5","title":{"tagName":"span","source":"Clay PG, et al. (2014). Noninfectious diarrheain HIV seropositive individuals: A review of prevalence rates, etiology, andmanagement in the era of combination antiretroviral therapy. DOI:"}},{"displayLink":"accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/202292s000lbl.pdf","link":"https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/202292s000lbl.pdf","title":{"tagName":"span","source":"Fulyzaq(crofelemer) delayed-release tablets, for oral use. (2012)."}},{"displayLink":"10.2147/HIV.S13191","link":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3218691/","title":{"tagName":"span","source":"ElfstrandL, et al. (2010). 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