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Quick Summary:

• Gastroenteritis is the inflammation of the stomach and intestines, caused by various pathogens including viruses, bacteria, and other parasites
  
• It is characterized by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In some cases, the condition may be severe, presenting blood in stool and uncontrolled diarrhea leading to dehydration

Note:

• Seek medical help, as appropriate
• In case of severe and/or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate assistance
• Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse (as applicable)

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Infectious Diarrhea?

American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
4900 B South, 31st St. Arlington, VA 22206
Phone: (703) 820-7400
Fax: (703) 931-4520
Website: http://www.acg.gi.org

References and Information Sources used for Infectious Diarrhea:

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/first-aid-gastroenteritis/FA00030 (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/faq.htm (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/Gastroenteritis/hic_Gastroenteritis.aspx (accessed on 10/03/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Infectious Diarrhea:

Svraka, S., Duizer, E., Vennema, H., de Bruin, E., van der Veer, B., Dorresteijn, B., & Koopmans, M. (2007). Etiological role of viruses in outbreaks of acute gastroenteritis in The Netherlands from 1994 through 2005. Journal of clinical microbiology, 45(5), 1389-1394.

Rodríguez, L. A. G., Ruigómez, A., & Panés, J. (2006). Acute gastroenteritis is followed by an increased risk of inflammatory bowel disease. Gastroenterology, 130(6), 1588-1594.

Arthur, J. L., Higgins, G. D., Davidson, G. P., Givney, R. C., & Ratcliff, R. M. (2009). A novel bocavirus associated with acute gastroenteritis in Australian children. PLoS pathogens, 5(4), e1000391.

Hall, G., Kirk, M. D., Becker, N., Gregory, J. E., Unicomb, L., Millard, G., ... & OzFoodNet Working Group. (2005). Estimating foodborne gastroenteritis, Australia. Emerging infectious diseases, 11(8), 1257.

Parashar, U. D., Alexander, J. P., Glass, R. I., & Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. (2006). Prevention of rotavirus gastroenteritis among infants and children. Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) MMWR Recomm Rep, 55, 1-13.