Traveler's Diarrhea (cont.)
Medical Author:
Anthony L Buscaglia, DO
Coauthor:
Ronald M Moscati, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Ungar, MD
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Exams and TestsDiagnosis of traveler's diarrhea is made solely on the signs and symptoms. Laboratory testing is not necessary. If signs and symptoms last longer than a week or bloody diarrhea occurs, the doctor may order stool cultures for microscopic examination for parasites. Viewer Comments & ReviewsTraveler's Diarrhea - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What was the treatment for your traveler's diarrhea? |
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