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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A condition of increased stool frequency (more than three times daily) with a normal daily stool weight of less than 300 g; it may accompany irritable bowel syndrome, hyperthyroidism, and anorectal disorders such as proctitis. uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

hyperdefecation

Etymology

From pseudo- + diarrhea.

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