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Traveler's Diarrhea (cont.)

When to Seek Medical Care

When to call the doctor

  • If diarrhea lasts longer than 3 days

  • If blood, mucus, or worms are seen in stool

  • If you have pain in the abdomen or rectum

  • If your temperature is greater than 102°F

  • If severe headache develops

  • If you have signs of water loss including dry mouth, excessive thirst, little or no urination, or feel lightheaded

  • If your immune system is weakened by another condition such as HIV or cancer

  • If your symptoms do not improve when you drink fluids or use nonprescription medications for diarrhea
When to go to the hospital

  • Continuing bloody diarrhea

  • Severe weakness

  • Passing out 



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