Diarrhea Articles
Browse eMedTV's wide range of articles related to diarrhea including topics such as yersinia enterocolitica, norovirus, and diarrhea diet. Use the search box at the top-right corner of the page to find information about other health topics.
Cholera, an acute illness characterized by diarrhea, is caused by an infection in the intestines. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of the causes, transmission, and prevention of cholera. This page also links to other resources about cholera.
Diarrhea is a symptom in which watery, loose stools occur more than three times a day. This eMedTV article presents an overview of diarrhea, including details about its possible causes, how it may lead to dehydration, and when to see a doctor for it.
Rotavirus is a virus that may cause severe diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. As this eMedTV article explains, almost all children in the United States are likely to be infected with a rotavirus before their fifth birthday.
This portion of the eMedTV library explains how Giardia -- a one-celled, microscopic parasite -- causes illness in humans, and also provides information on symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent an infection.
The stomach flu is not really a flu at all (we'll explain). This eMedTV article discusses stomach flu in detail, including information about its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
A norovirus is a highly contagious virus that can cause what is often called "stomach flu." This eMedTV article explains what a norovirus is, discusses how it is transmitted, and lists the illnesses it may cause.
In cases of stomach flu, symptoms typically include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other symptoms of stomach flu, such as fever, chills, and body aches.
There are many possible causes of diarrhea, such as viral infections, bacterial infections, and parasites. This eMedTV article discusses these and other diarrhea causes, such as Crohn's disease, lactose intolerance, and medications such as digoxin.
Over-the-counter drugs such as Pepto-Bismol may help stop diarrhea in many cases. However, as this eMedTV article explains, such medications will only prolong health problems in people whose diarrhea is caused by a bacterial infection or a parasite.
For people trying to treat or prevent diarrhea, diet is an important consideration. This eMedTV segment provides dietary tips for people recovering from acute diarrhea and offers suggestions for preventing traveler's diarrhea when traveling abroad.
Cholera symptoms include watery diarrhea, vomiting, and muscle cramps. This eMedTV segment describes the symptoms of cholera, as well as symptoms that can occur as a result of fluid loss, such as severe dehydration.
This eMedTV article explains common methods of Giardia treatment that doctors usually prescribe. For example, treatment typically involves drugs, drinking plenty of fluids, and possibly treating those in close contact with the infected person.
For people with stomach flu, treatment consists of such things as keeping the body hydrated. This eMedTV article examines other treatment options that can help manage the symptoms of stomach flu while the body fights the infection.
Symptoms of cholera can include watery diarrhea, vomiting, and muscle cramps. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed list of cholera symptoms. This page also explains the importance of immediate treatment for those who have symptoms of cholera.
This eMedTV resource explains the symptoms, treatment, incubation period, and transmission of Yersinia enterocolitica. This is the bacteria responsible for yersiniosis, and is in the same family as Yersinia pestis, which causes plague.
Norovirus gastroenteritis ("stomach flu") is a contagious illness that can cause diarrhea and vomiting. This eMedTV article discusses norovirus gastroenteritis in more detail, including information about how it is transmitted, treated, and prevented.
Diarrhea is the most common -- and the most dangerous -- of the rotavirus symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses other common symptoms of rotavirus infections, which may include high fever, vomiting, upset stomach, and loss of appetite.
