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Diarrhea in the International Traveler.

Duchini1, Rodgers

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation, 10666 Torrey Pines Road, LaJolla, CA 92037.

Current Treatment Options in Gastroenterology
|November 30, 2000
PubMed
Summary

International travelers face a significant risk of diarrheal illness. Prompt treatment, including oral rehydration and targeted medications like bismuth subsalicylate or antibiotics, is crucial for managing this common travel-related ailment.

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Area of Science:

  • Travel Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • International travelers to developing countries have a 40% risk of diarrheal illness.
  • Preventive measures are recommended but may not always be sufficient.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the risks, prevention, and treatment strategies for traveler's diarrhea.
  • To provide guidelines for managing acute and chronic diarrheal illnesses in international travelers.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and established treatment protocols for traveler's diarrhea.
  • Discussion of prophylactic measures, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacotherapy.
  • Emphasis on therapeutic approaches based on symptom severity and patient risk factors.

Main Results:

  • Oral rehydration is the cornerstone of therapy.
  • Bismuth subsalicylate is effective for milder cases; antibiotics are indicated for severe cases.
  • Quinolones are highly effective for severe traveler's diarrhea, with metronidazole as an alternative for refractory cases.

Conclusions:

  • Traveler's diarrhea is a common concern requiring appropriate management strategies.
  • Antimicrobial resistance necessitates consideration of geographic-specific therapeutic modifications.
  • Tailored treatment based on illness severity and individual patient factors is essential for optimal outcomes.

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