Monosynaptic means there is only one neuron involved each way on the path to the spinal cord (called an afferent or sensory neuron) and one away from the spinal cord (called an efferent or motor neuron). An example of a monosynaptic reflex is the patellar (knee jerk) reflex.
13 Root Causes of IBS-D. The root causes of IBS-D are actual problems that, until corrected, will continue to cause diarrhea and can lead to further health decline. This list is in no particular order and if need be could be printed to take to your next doctorâs appointment.
Causes â Acute Diarrhea. Most cases of acute, watery diarrhea are caused by viruses (viral gastroenteritis). The most common ones in children are rotavirus and in adults are norovirus (this is sometimes called âcruise ship diarrheaâ due to well publicized epidemics). Bacteria are a common cause of travelerâs diarrhea.arasitic intestinal infections such as giardiasis can cause chronic diarrhea. Diabetes mellitus may be associated with diarrhea due to nerve damage and bacterial overgrowth; this occurs mainly in patients with long-standing, poorly-controlled diabetes.