For symptomatic relief of diarrhea, loperamide is generally the recommended agent because of its high efficacy and low risk for adverse reactions. Diphenoxylate is not recommended in this disease ...

The burden of infectious diarrhoea remains a significant global health challenge, compounded by the diverse array of gastrointestinal pathogens including bacteria, viruses and parasites. Advances in ...

Contagious diarrhea is usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Washing your hands with soap and water regularly can prevent the spread of diarrhea. Drinking adequate fluids can help prevent ...

Infectious colitis is an inflammatory condition caused by bacteria, a virus, or a parasite. It can cause diarrhea and other symptoms. Treatment will depend on the cause. Infectious colitis causes ...

The pathogen C. diff -- the most common cause of health care-associated infectious diarrhea -- can use a compound that kills the human gut's resident microbes to survive and grow, giving it a ...

Clinical signs of dehydration, including dry mucous membranes, low urine output, or tachycardia, suggest severe infection. Symptoms of severe infection include fever, severe abdominal pain, distension ...