E. Coli Diarrhea
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E. coli diarrhea is an intestinal infection caused by certain strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli, which can be acquired through contaminated food or water.
Common symptoms: It usually produces liquid stools, abdominal cramps and, in some cases, nausea or fever; certain forms can cause bloody diarrhea.
When should you see a doctor? It is important to seek evaluation when there are signs of dehydration, blood in the stools, or high fever, especially in young children.
Which specialist treats it? In children, the pediatrician and the pediatric gastroenterologist are involved, while in adults it is treated by the gastroenterologist. In the face of intense diarrhea or one that does not let up, the advisable course is to seek timely professional attention.
Data on 64 doctors who treat e. coli diarrhea
Which specialist treats e. coli diarrhea?
E. Coli diarrhea should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist. You can book with this specialist if you have intense diarrhea, sometimes with blood, after consuming contaminated food or water. Staying hydrated and getting timely evaluation are important.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in e. coli diarrhea
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is e. coli diarrhea?
E. coli diarrhea is an intestinal infection caused by certain strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli, which can be acquired through contaminated food or water.
Which doctor treats e. coli diarrhea?
E. Coli diarrhea should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist. You can book with this specialist if you have intense diarrhea, sometimes with blood, after consuming contaminated food or water. Staying hydrated and getting timely evaluation are important.