Bacterial Gastroenteritis Quiz
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Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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What is Bacterial Gastroenteritis?
Bacterial infection of the gut. It can be prevented by cleaning fruits and vegetables, cooking raw meat properly to kill bacteria causing food poisoning, and making sure all water is boiled before consumption.
Typical Symptoms of Bacterial Gastroenteritis
Blood in stool
Headache
Stools have very strong odour
Feeling the need to pass motion even though nothing comes out
Fever
Abdominal pain
Ate raw or undercooked food in the past week
Nausea or vomiting
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Bacterial Gastroenteritis
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Do you have blood in your stool?
Do you have headaches or a heavy feeling in your head?
Do your stools have an offensive smell?
Do you frequently feel the need to have a bowel movement but can't?
Do you have a fever?
Treatmentof Bacterial Gastroenteritis
This condition is treated with antibiotics. Meanwhile, simple measures like staying hydrated and avoiding dairy products or spicy foods can help relieve symptoms. In severe cases, fluids can be given through a needle in the veins to treat dehydration.
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References
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Bishop WP, Ulshen MH. Bacterial gastroenteritis. Pediatr Clin North Am. 1988 Feb;35(1):69-87. doi: 10.1016/s0031-3955(16)36400-8. PMID: 3277134.
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Reviewed By:
Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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