Preparing questions in advance can help patients and parents have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their or their child’s treatment options. The following questions related to diarrhea may be helpful:

1. Is it normal for my child to have diarrhea? How often is normal?
   
   
2. Should I be concerned about the frequency of my child’s bowel movements?
   
   
3. Is watery stool the only way to tell if my child has diarrhea?
   
   
4. When should I seek treatment for my child’s diarrhea?
   
   
5. What do you think is the cause of my child’s diarrhea?
   
   
6. Should my child be screened for any conditions or potential causes?
   
   
7. Should my child receive an oral rehydration solution?
   
   
8. Are there certain foods my child should avoid?
   
   
9. Are there medications or home remedies you can recommend to help with the other symptoms associated with my child’s diarrhea (e.g., stomach pain)?
   
   
10. What diet or lifestyle changes can my child make to help prevent diarrhea?
    
    
11. During treatment, are there any side effects or changes that you want me to report to you immediately?