Traveler's Diarrhea (Including Post-Diarrheal IBS) Quiz

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Learn more about Traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)

Content updated on Nov 26, 2023

What is traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)?

Traveler's diarrhea is a gastro disorder that typically causes loose stools and stomach cramps. When traveling to a new destination where sanitary practices are different, there is a risk of getting traveler's diarrhea. It can stem from the stress of traveling, a change in diet, but usually it is infectious (Bacteria, virus, or parasites in origin. You can decrease your risk when traveling by avoiding undercooked or raw food, boiling water, not using ice, and drinking canned or bottled drinks in original containers.

Symptoms of traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Abdominal discomfort
Loss of appetite

Questions your doctor may ask to check for traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)

Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Do you have loose stools or diarrhea?
Do you have abdominal pain (stomach ache)?
Do you have any discomfort (not pain) in your abdomen or stomach?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?

Treatment for traveler's diarrhea (including post-diarrheal IBS)

This condition usually improves without treatment. Maintaining good hydration with clean water is important. Over-the-counter treatments like charcoal pill or antidiarrheal pills or even antibiotics may be recommended. In severe cases of dehydration, hospitalization may be needed for fluids to be given by a needle in the vein (intravenous or IV).