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¹Klinikum der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, München, DE.

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Traveler's diarrhea, a common foodborne illness, stems from diverse causes like bacteria and viruses. Diagnosis and treatment strategies, including antibiotics and new vaccines, are evolving for better patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Travel Medicine
Microbiology

Context:

Foodborne infections are a primary health concern for travelers, particularly in regions with substandard hygiene.
Traveler's diarrhea is the most frequent manifestation, but severe or chronic conditions like shigellosis and hepatitis A can also occur.

Purpose:

To review the heterogeneous etiology of traveler's diarrhea, including common bacterial and viral pathogens.
To discuss advancements in diagnostic methods such as PCR and ELISA for improved sensitivity.
To outline current and developing therapeutic and prophylactic strategies, including antibiotics and vaccines.

Summary:

Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC), Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter, and rotavirus are leading causes of traveler's diarrhea.
Modern diagnostics enhance detection, but a stepwise approach is recommended due to cost and clinical utility.
Antibiotics like ciprofloxacin are useful, but their empirical use should be judicious, reserved for severe cases.

Impact:

Improved diagnostic accuracy and targeted treatment can reduce the burden of traveler's diarrhea.
Development of new vaccines and antisecretory drugs promises enhanced prevention and management strategies.
Restricting empirical antibiotic use can mitigate antimicrobial resistance, preserving treatment efficacy.