Causes of Watery Diarrhea
6. Travel
A history of recent travel or camping can be the cause of diarrhea. Traveler’s diarrhea is usually caused by enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli. Organisms that are prevalent worldwide regardless of specific travel history include Shigella, Salmonella, Rotavirus, and Campylobacter.
The risk of diarrhea while travelling is highest among those who travel to Africa. There is also a relatively high risk of diarrhea for those who travel to Eastern Europe, South America, and Central America. Other organisms that are prevalent in other parts of the world include Vibrio parahaemolyticus (Japan), Yersinia species (Australia, Europe, Canada), Entamoeba species (India), and more. A history of camping may also suggest exposure to contaminated water sources.
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