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1 Viruses such as the flu, norovirus, or rotavirus . Rotavirus is the most common cause of acute diarrhea in children. 2  Parasites, which are tiny organisms found in contaminated food or water.  Medicines such as antibiotics, cancer drugs, and antacids that contain magnesium.
Causes of Diarrhea: General Categories. 1  Parasites: Parasites generally enter the body through contaminated food and water and can live in the body for a very long time. 2  Bacterial Infection: Obviously, the colon is normally and naturally filled with diarrhea.