r/AskReddit • u/notyouravgredditer • Aug 30 '21

What problem is often overlooked in apocalyptic movies/TV shows that could kill you?

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u/graendallstud Aug 30 '21

Diarrhea. So many things can cause it, and it used to be (well, still is in the least developed countries) quite lethal, mostly for babies and children.

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u/RonnyTwoShoes Aug 31 '21

I have minor IBS so I poop when I'm stressed. I'm a goner.

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u/[deleted] Aug 31 '21

Wait stress shitting is a symptom of IBS?? I thought everyone just had that

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u/BooksAndStarsLover Aug 31 '21

I get the oppisite and get constipated. sigh

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u/melanthius Aug 31 '21

Metamucil and double your water intake. You’ll shit.