Diarrhea can result from all of the following except:
A) Disruption of the normal intestinal bacterial flora
B) Addition of pathogenic organisms to the normal intestinal flora
C) Increased reabsorption of intestinal water and electrolytes
D) Increased concentration of fecal electrolytes

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Diarrhea is defined as the passage of loose or watery stools three or more times per day. It can be caused by a disruption of the normal intestinal bacterial flora or the addition of pathogenic organisms to the normal intestinal flora. However, it is not caused by increased reabsorption of intestinal water and electrolytes or increased concentration of fecal electrolytes. Instead, diarrhea is typically associated with decreased reabsorption of water and electrolytes in the intestines, leading to increased fluid content in the stool.

Diarrhea Can Result from All of the Following Except