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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Risk factors for development of traveler's diarrhea are travel to developing countries, young adults, immunosuppressed persons, persons with inflammatory bowel disease or diabetes and persons taking H-2 blockers or antacids.

Risk Factors

• The most important determinant of risk is the traveler's destination. The primary source of infection is ingestion of fecally contaminated food or water. High-risk destinations are the developing countries of Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. A worldwide rating of drinking water safety is kept at Safe Water for International Travelers.
• People at particular high-risk include
  • Young adults
  • Immunosuppressed persons
  • Persons with inflammatory bowel disease or diabetes
  • Persons taking H-2 blockers or antacids.

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