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Traveler’s Diarrhea
Traveler’s diarrhea is the most common travel-related illness. Patients with traveler’s diarrhea may develop symptoms of diarrhea, vomiting, fever and abdominal pain.
It may be caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. High-risk destinations include Asia (except Japan and South Korea), the Middle East, Africa, Mexico, and Central and South America.
Precautions:
- Food
- Consume food that is well-cooked, and still hot
- Fruits that are peeled by yourself right before consumption are safe
- Avoid ready-cut fruits
- Avoid unpasteurized dairy products
- Avoid undercooked fish or meat
- Avoid food from road-side stalls or stalls where sanitation may be poor
- Food
- Drinks
- Avoid consuming tap water, ice made from tap water, and raw foods rinsed with tap water
- Consume boiled, treated or bottled water
- Carbonated beverages, beer, wine and drinks made from boiled water are safe
- Drinks
- Hand Hygiene
- Wash your hands with soap and water, especially after using the bathroom and before eating
- If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Hand Hygiene
Treatment:
- Hydrate!
- Drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated
- Oral rehydration salts can be purchased from pharmacies for fluid and electrolyte replacement
- Hydrate!
- Anti-diarrheal Medications
- Bring along anti-diarrheal medications or obtain them from the pharmacy for mild cases of diarrhea
- Anti-diarrheal Medications
- Antibiotics
- Visit a doctor in severe cases of diarrhea as antibiotics may be required
- Antibiotics
By being mindful of where and what you eat, drinking safe water, and practicing good hygiene, you can enjoy local cuisines without the worry of food poisoning ruining your trip.
