What Is Travelers Diarrhea?
4. Severe Symptoms
While traveler’s diarrhea is usually only mild, it can still become serious in some cases. In a small number of cases, the condition can be caused by a potentially dangerous infection. Signs of such an infection include blood in the patient’s stools and/or vomit. This should encourage the patient to see a doctor as soon as possible.
The patient should also see a doctor if their diarrhea and vomiting is severe, and if they have a particularly high fever. Severe pain in the abdomen is another reason to see a doctor. You should also see a doctor if the illness appears to be lingering for too long.
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