Traveler’s Diarrhea: Updates for Pediatricians
2008; Elsevier BV; Volume: 37; Issue: 12 Linguagem: Inglês
10.3928/00904481-20081201-06
ISSN1938-2359
AutoresJocelyn Y. Ang, Ambika Mathur,
Tópico(s)Escherichia coli research studies
Resumo<P>An estimated 1.9 million children travel overseas with their families annually, where they may be exposed to a number of enteric pathogens. Travelers’ diarrhea (TD) is one of the most common conditions experienced by individuals from an industrialized country traveling to a developing country. Although TD is usually self-limiting, it can be a frustrating condition and impacts on travel. However, TD is highly preventable, especially by following simple common sense precautionary measures. A primary care provider preparing the family for international travel can play a significant role in preventing this condition by educating the families about prevention, prophylaxis and emergency treatment of TD.</P> <H4>ABOUT THE AUTHORS</H4> <P>Jocelyn Y. Ang, MD, is Assistant Professor, Carman and Ann Adams Department of Pediatrics, Wayne State University. Ambika Mathur, MD, is Professor, Carmen and Ann Adams Department of Pediatrics, Wayne State University.</P> <P>Address correspondence to: Ambika Mathur, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics and Director, MD/PhD Program, Wayne State University School of Medicine, 1128 Scott Hall, Detroit, MI 48201; fax: 313-577-8796; e-mail: <a href="mailto:amathur@med.wayne.edu">amathur@med.wayne.edu</a>.</P> <P>Dr. Ang and Dr. Mathur have disclosed no relevant financial relationships.</P> <H4>EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES</H4> <OL> <LI>Review the pathophysiology and epidemiology of traveler’s diarrhea (TD).</LI> <LI>Describe the most commonly encountered complications associated with TD in children.</LI> <LI>Discuss the most effective means of prevention and treatment for TD.</LI> </OL>
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