One thing that will help a lot, especially if you seek additional medical advice, is to start logging daily: food, water/fluid intake, stress levels and any over-the-counter medications you take, including your vitamins. Note times on everything too. Yes, it's a pain, but you might be able to see a pattern.
Recently my dad had severe bouts of diarrhea which he traced to Aleve, which he'd started taking for arthritis pain. As soon as he stopped his (low daily) dose, the diarrhea stopped. I have a similar reaction to ibuprofen, which is the only thing that works for my period cramps but plays havoc with my bowels. At least I know it and can get ready.
Elimination diets are a good idea too, if you suspect a food trigger. Not many people have allergies but a lot have sensitivities. I was able to pinpoint a food in my diet that was giving me gas and bloating. I can now eat one serving a day with no problems, but that was after cutting it out entirely for a month or so and gradually introducing it back in.
Good luck. Digestive/stomach issues are awful.
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