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Cholera
Cholera is an infection of the small intestine caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae . It causes a large amount of watery diarrhea.
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Symptoms
Rapid dehydration; Rapid pulse (heart rate; Dry skin; Dry mucous membranes or dry mouth; Excessive thirst; Glassy eyes ...
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Causes
Cholera is an acute illness characterized by watery diarrhea. The toxin released by the bacteria causes increased secre...
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Tests
Tests that may be done include: Blood culture; Stool culture.
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Treatments
The objective of treatment is to replace fluid and electrolytes lost through diarrhea. Depending on your condition, you...
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Drugs
azithromycin
ciprofloxacin
doxycycline
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Supplements
lime
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Risk Factors
Contaminated food
Contaminated Water Intake / Source
Famine
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Complications
Severe dehydration; Death.
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Prevention
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not recommend cholera vaccines for most travelers. (Such a vac...
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Call your health care provider if you develop profuse watery diarrhea. Call your health care provider if you have signs...
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