Traveler’s Diarrhea

Question 1

Cause for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 1

Escherichia coli

Question 2

Virulence factors for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 2

• Adhesins
• Fimbriae
• Toxins (including the shiga-like toxin, inhibits protein synthesis)

Question 3

Portal of entry for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 3

Ingestion via fecal-oral route

Question 4

Signs/Symptoms for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 4

• Abdominal cramps
• Bloody stools
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Question 5

Susceptibility for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 5

• Children

- Immunocompromised

Question 6

Diagnosis for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 6

Symptoms are often diagnostic

Question 7

Treatment for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 7

• Fluid

- Electrolyte replacement

Question 8

Prevention for Traveler’s Diarrhea

Answer 8

• Proper food preparation

- Good hygiene