Overview
Definition
Acute diarrheal infection caused by ingestion of contaminated food/water.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Vibrio cholerae.
Clinical Symptoms
- Profuse 'rice-water' stools
- vomiting
- leg cramps.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Stool culture
- Rapid dipstick test.
Management
- Aggressive IV/Oral rehydration
- Doxycycline or Macrolides.
Complications
- Severe dehydration
- hypovolemic shock.