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Travelers Diarrhea

Noel Dunn, Chika N. Okafor  1
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Travelers Diarrhea

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Excerpt

Travelers’ diarrhea is a common ailment in persons traveling to resource-limited destinations overseas. Estimates indicate that it affects nearly 40% to 60% of travelers depending on the place they travel, and it is the most common travel-associated condition. Bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections can cause symptoms, though bacterial sources represent the most frequent etiology. While travelers’ diarrhea is typically a benign self-resolving condition, it can lead to dehydration and, in severe cases, significant complications.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Noel Dunn declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Chika Okafor declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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