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Enteritis
Enteritis is an inflammation of the small intestine caused by a bacterial or viral infection. The inflammation frequently also involves the stomach ( gastritis ) and large intestine ( colitis ).
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Symptoms
The symptoms may begin soon after infection, or there can be a delay of several days. Abdominal pain; Diarrhea - acut...
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Causes
Enteritis is usually caused by eating or drinking substances contaminated with bacteria or viruses. The germs settle ...
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Tests
A stool culture may be done to determine the specific type of infection. A stool sample may reveal specific toxins. A...
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Treatments
Mild cases usually need no treatment. Antidiarrheal medication may delay the organism from leaving the digestive trac...
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Risk Factors
Exposure to water pollution
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Complications
Dehydration; Prolonged diarrhea. Note: The diarrhea can cause rapid and extreme dehydration in babies.
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Prevention
Always wash hands after using the toilet and before eating or preparing food or drink. You may also clean your hands ...
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Call for an appointment with your health care provider if diarrhea does not go away in 3 - 4 days or there is blood i...
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