Bacterial Gastroenteritis With Infectious Diarrhea
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Bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea is an inflammation of the digestive tract caused by bacteria, which mainly presents with diarrhea. It is usually acquired through contaminated food or water and, in many cases, is self-limiting.
Common symptoms:
- Diarrhea, sometimes with mucus or blood
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Nausea, vomiting, or fever
When to see a doctor? Dehydration is the main concern; it is best to seek care if there are signs of dehydration, high fever, blood in the stools, or if it affects young children or older adults.
Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner, the gastroenterologist, the infectious disease specialist and, in children, the pediatrician can evaluate it. If symptoms are severe or do not improve, a timely consultation helps prevent complications and get the appropriate instructions.
Data on 4,039 doctors who treat bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea
Which specialist treats bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea?
Bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea is usually first seen by a pediatrician in children or a general practitioner/internist in adults. If a more severe infection is suspected, an infectious disease specialist can evaluate the case, and a general surgeon may be involved if complications arise. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious 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. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea?
Bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea is an inflammation of the digestive tract caused by bacteria, which mainly presents with diarrhea. It is usually acquired through contaminated food or water and, in many cases, is self-limiting.
Which doctor treats bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea?
Bacterial gastroenteritis with infectious diarrhea is usually first seen by a pediatrician in children or a general practitioner/internist in adults. If a more severe infection is suspected, an infectious disease specialist can evaluate the case, and a general surgeon may be involved if complications arise. Find these specialists.