Bacterial Gastroenteritis Learning Center
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Bacterial gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by bacteria or bacterial toxins. See also: Food poisoning |
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Symptoms
Each organism causes slightly different symptoms but all result in diarrhea. Other symptoms include: Abdominal cramps...
Causes
Many different types of bacteria can produce the symptoms associated with bacterial gastroenteritis, including: Campy...
Tests
Examination of food for toxin and bacteria; Stool culture positive for the organism that causes the infection; White ...
Treatments
The objective of treatment is to replace fluids and electrolytes (salt and minerals) lost by diarrhea. Blood transfus...
Complications
Arthritis; Dehydration; Kidney failure (rare; Irritable bowel syndrome; Low blood counts (anemia; Systemic infection.
Prevention
Proper handling, storage, and preparation of food - in addition to good sanitation - are principles of prevention.
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if: You have blood or pus in your stools or your stool is blac...
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