Why won't my travel diarrhea stop?


Why won't my travel diarrhea stop? The pathogenesis of persistent diarrhea in returned travelers generally falls into one of the following broad categories: ongoing infection or co-infection with a second organism not targeted by initial therapy; previously undiagnosed GI disease unmasked by the enteric infection; or a postinfectious phenomenon.


Can travelers diarrhea last 3 weeks?

Untreated, bacterial diarrhea usually lasts 3–7 days. Viral diarrhea generally lasts 2–3 days. Protozoal diarrhea can persist for weeks to months without treatment. An acute bout of TD can lead to persistent enteric symptoms, even in the absence of continued infection.


Should I let travelers diarrhea run its course?

Traveler's diarrhea may get better without any treatment. But while you're waiting, it's important to try to stay hydrated with safe liquids, such as bottled water or water with electrolytes such as an oral rehydration solution (see below).


How long should travelers diarrhea last?

Travellers' diarrhoea usually gets better in 3 to 5 days. Most cases are mild and do not need specific treatment. For further information on self-treatment and when to seek medical help, see treatment section below.


What are the symptoms of severe travelers diarrhea?

What are the symptoms of traveler's diarrhea?
  • Nausea.
  • Vomiting.
  • Bloating.
  • Belly (abdominal) pain or cramps.
  • Blood in the stool.
  • Trouble waiting to have a bowel movement (urgency)
  • Feeling tired.
  • Fever.


Can travelers diarrhea get worse?

Although traveler's diarrhea is typically a benign, self-resolving condition, it can lead to dehydration and, in severe cases, significant complications.


How do you fix travelers diarrhea?

Learn some ways to treat travelers' diarrhea
  1. Drink lots of fluids. If you get diarrhea, drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated. ...
  2. Take over-the-counter drugs. Several drugs, such as loperamide, can be bought over-the-counter to treat the symptoms of diarrhea. ...
  3. Only take antibiotics if needed.


Should you eat with travelers diarrhea?

Water or an oral rehydration solution is best. Drink at least 1 cup (240 milliliters) of liquid every time you have a loose bowel movement. Eat small meals every few hours instead of three big meals. Eat some salty foods, such as pretzels, crackers, soup, and sports drinks.


Can travelers diarrhea last 2 weeks?

Although most cases of travelers' diarrhea (TD) are acute and self-limited, a certain percentage of people afflicted will develop persistent (>14 days) gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms.


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