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   What causes cholera?

   • Conflict, unplanned urbanization and climate change all increase the risk of cholera. Researchers have estimated that each year there are 1.3 to 4.0 million cases of cholera, and 21 000 to 143 000 deaths worldwide due to cholera (1). Most of those infected have no or mild symptoms and can be successfully treated with oral rehydration solution.

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   How does cholera spread?

   • Cholera can spread quickly in areas where sewage and drinking water aren't adequately treated. Cholera bacteria also can live in brackish (slightly salty) and coastal waters. Eating raw shellfish like shrimp and crab can be a source of cholera. Cholera is not likely to spread from person to person or from casual contact with someone with cholera.

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   Can cholera cause illness?

   • Cholera bacteria might not cause illness in all people who are exposed to them, but they still pass the bacteria in their stool, which can contaminate food and water supplies. Contaminated water supplies are the main source of cholera infection. The bacterium can be found in: Surface or well water.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › choleraCholera - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Dec 9, 2022 · Overview. Cholera is a bacterial disease usually spread through contaminated water. Cholera causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. Left untreated, cholera can be fatal within hours, even in previously healthy people. Modern sewage and water treatment have virtually eliminated cholera in industrialized countries.

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   Apr 12, 2024 · People can get cholera by drinking water or eating food contaminated with cholera bacteria. Cholera can spread quickly in areas where sewage and drinking water aren't adequately treated. Cholera bacteria also can live in brackish (slightly salty) and coastal waters. Eating raw shellfish like shrimp and crab can be a source of cholera.

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   Dec 11, 2023 · WHO fact sheet on cholera: includes cholera key facts, definition, symptoms, history, risk factors, prevention, control, treatment, travel and WHO response.

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   Apr 30, 2021 · Overview. What is cholera? Cholera is a sudden illness that happens when a person accidentally ingests (swallows) Vibrio cholerae ( V. cholerae) bacteria. When the bacteria infect a person’s intestines, they can cause very bad diarrhea and dehydration. These complications can sometimes lead to death. Advertisement.

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   May 12, 2024 · You can get cholera from drinking water or eating food containing cholera bacteria. Most people who get cholera don't get sick. However, cholera can cause life-threatening watery diarrhea and vomiting. Every year, an estimated 1.3 to 4 million people around the world get cholera, and between 21,000 to 143,000 people die.

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   Jan 31, 2022 · Causes. Risk factors. Vaccine. Diagnosis. Treatment. Complications. Prevention. What is cholera? Cholera is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Vibrio cholerae. People typically...

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   Cholera ( / ˈkɒlərə /) is an infection of the small intestine by some strains of the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. [4] [3] Symptoms may range from none, to mild, to severe. [3] The classic symptom is large amounts of watery diarrhea lasting a few days. [2] Vomiting and muscle cramps may also occur. [3]