Vibrio Cholerae Flashcards
1
Q
What is Vibrio Cholerae?
A
bacterial infection characterized by massive fluid loss via diarrhea
2
Q
What are the symptoms of Vibrio Cholerae?
A
watery, grey diarrhea (“rice water” stool)
NO fever or blood
3
Q
How is Vibrio Cholerae contracted?
A
exposure to shellfish
more commonly, visit to an endemic area (Haiti)
4
Q
How is Vibrio Cholerae treated?
A
fluid replacement
antibiotics for severe cases
