Chronic Diarrhea Madrid Dr. Pedro de María Pallarés
Specialist in chronic diarrhea with more than 10 years of experience. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment in private INMEQ consultation.
What is Chronic Diarrhea?
Chronic diarrhea is defined as the presence of liquid or semi-liquid stools lasting longer than 4 weeks. It's a symptom that can significantly affect quality of life and requires specialized evaluation to identify its underlying cause.
As a gastroenterology specialist in Madrid, my approach is based on accurate differential diagnosis that allows establishing specific and effective treatment.
Specialized Evaluation
Complete consultation at INMEQ with symptom analysis, detailed medical history and personalized diagnostic study planning.
Associated Symptoms
Types of Chronic Diarrhea
Classification according to pathophysiological mechanism for specific treatment
Secretory
Increased secretion of electrolytes and water into the intestinal lumen.
Causes: hormones, toxins, medications
Osmotic
Due to presence of osmotically active substances that are not absorbed.
Causes: intolerances, malabsorption
Inflammatory
Associated with intestinal mucosa inflammation with blood and mucus.
Causes: IBD, infections, ischemia
Motility
Due to altered intestinal motility with accelerated transit.
Causes: IBS, neuropathies, medications
Specialized Diagnosis
Systematic approach to identify the specific cause of your chronic diarrhea
Initial Clinical Evaluation
Detailed Medical History
Analysis of symptoms, duration, triggering factors and medical background
Medication Review
Evaluation of drugs that may cause diarrhea as a side effect
Dietary Assessment
Analysis of eating habits and identification of possible intolerances
Complementary Studies
Endoscopy at Hospital Fuensanta and San Rafael
Latest generation equipment for accurate diagnosis
Personalized Treatment
Specific therapeutic approach according to the identified cause of your chronic diarrhea
Rehydration
Correction of fluid and electrolyte losses according to the degree of dehydration
- • Oral rehydration solutions
- • Electrolyte supplements
- • IV fluid therapy if necessary
Nutritional Support
Maintenance of nutritional status and prevention of deficiencies
- • Vitamin supplements
- • Elimination diets
- • Nutritional counseling
Pharmacological Treatment
Specific medication according to the identified underlying cause
- • Antidiarrheal agents
- • Specific probiotics
- • Treatment of underlying cause
Main Causes and Specific Treatments
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Symptomatic treatment with antispasmodics, specific probiotics and dietary modification.
→ See more about IBSFood Intolerances
Elimination diets and enzymatic supplements according to the specific intolerance identified.
→ See more about intolerancesInflammatory Bowel Disease
Specific anti-inflammatory treatment with regular endoscopic follow-up.
Persistent Infections
Targeted antimicrobial treatment according to the identified pathogenic agent.
INMEQ Specialized Consultation
Complete evaluation and personalized treatment plan for your chronic diarrhea
Location
INMEQ - Medical Surgical Institute
Calle Marcenado 49
28002 Madrid
Endoscopic Procedures:
Hospital Fuensanta and Hospital San Rafael
Latest generation equipment
Consultation Fee
Complete in-person consultation
Includes: detailed clinical evaluation + personalized diagnostic plan
Video call also available
Patient Testimonial
"I had chronic diarrhea for more than a year and multiple consultations without answers. Dr. Pedro de María was the first to do a complete study and found the cause: fructose intolerance that had never been diagnosed. The treatment has been a total success. I've finally recovered my quality of life."
Carmen R.
INMEQ Patient - Chronic diarrhea due to intolerance
Frequently Asked Questions about Chronic Diarrhea
When is diarrhea considered chronic?
Chronic diarrhea is defined when symptoms persist for more than 4 weeks. It's important to differentiate it from recurrent acute episodes, as the diagnostic and therapeutic approach is different.
What tests are necessary to diagnose the cause of chronic diarrhea?
The study includes stool analysis (culture, calprotectin), blood tests, and frequently colonoscopy to visualize the intestinal mucosa. Depending on findings, specific malabsorption studies or hormonal tests may be needed.
Does chronic diarrhea always indicate a serious disease?
Not necessarily. Many cases of chronic diarrhea are due to functional disorders like irritable bowel syndrome or food intolerances, which although they affect quality of life, are not serious and have a good prognosis with appropriate treatment.
How long does it take for chronic diarrhea to improve with treatment?
The improvement time depends on the underlying cause. In cases of food intolerances, improvement can be seen in days or weeks. In inflammatory disorders, it may require several weeks or months. Specialized follow-up allows adjusting treatment according to evolution.
What dietary measures help with chronic diarrhea?
Dietary measures depend on the specific cause. They may include elimination diets (FODMAP in IBS), lactose or fructose restriction in intolerances, or anti-inflammatory diets in inflammatory bowel disease. It's important to individualize according to each case.
Solve your Chronic Diarrhea with Specialized Treatment
Don't let chronic diarrhea affect your quality of life. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment in private INMEQ consultation.
INMEQ - Calle Marcenado 49, 28002 Madrid | Endoscopy: Hospital Fuensanta and San Rafael