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Infectious Diarrhea

Overview

Infectious diarrhea is commonly caused by viruses, parasites or bacteria and the fecal-oral route is the common route of transmission. Mostly diarrhea is the self-limited and supportive case is sufficient however in certain cases antimicrobial therapy is needed

Signs and Symptoms

Loose or watery stools, Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pain, Fever, Blood in the stool, Mucus in the stool, Bloating, Nausea, Urgent need to have a bowel movement

Common Causes

Viruses, Bacteria, Parasites

Risk Factors

Contact with a contaminated surface or utensil, Ingesting contaminated food or drink.

Investigation Techniques

Stool culture, PCR test, Blood culture

Treatment and Prevention

Antibiotics, Antivirals, Oral rehydration therapy, IV Fluid, Anti-diarrheal medications

Generics

Ampicillin
Authorship
Written By
Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar
MD (Crimea State Medical University)
Reviewed By
Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli
MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Information Updated on : Wed Feb 12 2020 16:04:04 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time)
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