Hiv Symptoms Diarrhea
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Traveler's Diarrhea
Traveler's diarrhea (TD) is the most common health problem a traveler encounters. It is almost always caused by ingesting certain organisms in contaminated food or water. Diarrhea can also be caused -- particularly in children -- by anxiety, stress, allergies, fatigue, and dietary changes.
Symptoms and Course
Diarrhea frequently occurs within the first week of travel, but may develop at any point, even after returning home. Traveler's diarrhea causes four or five loose or...
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Diarrhea
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Diarrhea is more frequent and more liquid bowel movements than normal. There are many causes, but diarrhea often is caused by... Read more »
Traveler's Diarrhea
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Traveler's diarrhea, an infection of the intestines that affects about 50% of people who visit the developing world. It comes from eating... Read more »
Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea
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HIV infection
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Diarrhea
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Stools - watery; Frequent bowel movements; Loose bowel movementsHome CareDrink plenty of fluid to avoid becoming dehydrated. Start with sips of any... Read more »
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