travelers' diarrhea
Vacation stomach bug
Travelers' diarrhea is a digestive illness that strikes people visiting regions with unfamiliar food or water—typically affecting travelers from developed countries in developing regions.
The condition involves loose stools, cramping, and nausea, usually caused by bacterial contamination.
I packed antibiotics in case of travelers' diarrhea.
Also called Montezuma's revenge, Delhi belly, or the runs.
Cleaning palms with soap
- bottled waterCommercially sealed H2O
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
- food hygieneSafe handling of meals
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
Disease-causing microorganisms
- bacteriaNucleus-free single-celled organisms
- parasitesOrganisms feeding off hosts
- E. coliIntestinal rod-shaped bacterium
- SalmonellaRod-shaped food-poisoning bacterium
norovirus · waterborne · foodborne · street food · tap water · ice cubes · unpasteurized · cross-contamination
Watery, unformed feces
- crampsInvoluntary muscle tightening
- abdominal painDiscomfort in the belly
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- vomitingExpelling stomach contents orally
dehydration · fever · bloating · urgency · fatigue · malaise · flatulence · loss of appetite
Conducting ions in solution
- loperamideDrug slowing bowel transit
- Pepto-BismolPink bismuth digestive aid
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
- ciprofloxacinFluoroquinolone antimicrobial agent
azithromycin · probiotics · BRAT diet · rest · medical attention · recovery · hydration
Self-supported wilderness travel
- vacationLeisure time away
- destinationIntended arrival point
- touristTraveler visiting attractions
- expeditionOrganized exploratory journey
abroad · developing countries · tropical regions · cruise · safari · gap year · hostel · remote areas
handwashing
Cleaning palms with soap
- bottled waterCommercially sealed H2O
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
- food hygieneSafe handling of meals
pathogens
Disease-causing microorganisms
- bacteriaNucleus-free single-celled organisms
- parasitesOrganisms feeding off hosts
- E. coliIntestinal rod-shaped bacterium
Salmonella · norovirus · waterborne · foodborne · street food · tap water · ice cubes · unpasteurized · cross-contamination · poor sanitation
loose stools
Watery, unformed feces
- crampsInvoluntary muscle tightening
- abdominal painDiscomfort in the belly
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
vomiting · dehydration · fever · bloating · urgency · fatigue · malaise · flatulence · loss of appetite · weakness
electrolytes
Conducting ions in solution
- loperamideDrug slowing bowel transit
- Pepto-BismolPink bismuth digestive aid
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
ciprofloxacin · azithromycin · probiotics · BRAT diet · rest · medical attention · recovery · hydration
backpacking
Self-supported wilderness travel
- vacationLeisure time away
- destinationIntended arrival point
- touristTraveler visiting attractions
expedition · abroad · developing countries · tropical regions · cruise · safari · gap year · hostel · remote areas · Asia
travelers' diarrheaconstipation
Difficult, infrequent waste elimination
regularity · digestive health · gut health · intestinal fortitude
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