<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat is the history and what are the symptoms of radiation enteropathy?  <response>: <reason> Symptoms may be different depending on what part of the intestines received the radiation.Changes in bowel movements may include:Bleeding or mucus from the rectum Diarrhea or watery stools Feeling the need to have a bowel movement most or all of the time Pain in the rectal area, especially during bowel movementsOther symptoms can include:Loss of appetite Nausea and vomiting Stomach cramping or painMost of the time, these symptoms get better within 2 - 3 weeks after radiation treatment ends. This is called acute radiation enteritis.When symptoms become long-term chronic, other problems may include:Bloody diarrhea Greasy or fatty stools Weight loss 