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Traveler's Diarrhea (cont.)

Traveler's Diarrhea Symptoms

Traveler’s diarrhea usually does not begin immediately on arrival in a foreign country but starts 2-3 days into the stay. Diarrhea can also occur after you return home from the trip.

  • Common signs and symptoms

    • Loose or watery stools

    • Abdominal cramping

    • Bloating

    • Nausea

    • Urgency to have a bowel movement

    • Fever

    • Vomiting

    • Headache

    • Painful defecation

    • Bloody stools



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