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[Traveler's diarrhea]

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    Fortschritte Der Medizin
    |August 25, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Travellers' diarrhea affects many tourists, often caused by enterotoxigenic E. coli. While usually brief, this common travel illness can be serious in some cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Public Health

    Context:

    • Travellers' diarrhea impacts up to 50% of tourists in specific regions.
    • It is a significant concern for international travel and public health.
    • Understanding the etiology and clinical course is crucial for prevention and management.

    Purpose:

    • To summarize the common causes and clinical presentation of travellers' diarrhea.
    • To highlight the prevalence and potential severity of this travel-related illness.

    Summary:

    • Travellers' diarrhea is frequently caused by enterotoxigenic E. coli, but other pathogens like Salmonella, Shigella, and Giardia also contribute.
    • Symptoms typically last a few days.
    • While generally mild, 20% of cases can be serious.

    Impact:

    • Provides a concise overview of travellers' diarrhea for healthcare professionals and travellers.
    • Informs public health strategies for managing and preventing infectious diarrhea in travellers.
    • Contributes to the knowledge base on travel medicine and infectious disease epidemiology.