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Cholera
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. mayoclinic.org
Symptoms
Symptoms of cholera infection can include:
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  Diarrhea
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  Nausea and vomiting
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  Dehydration
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Causes
A bacterium called Vibrio cholerae causes cholera infection. The deadly effects of the disease are the result of a toxin the bacteria produces in the small intestine. The toxin causes the body to...
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  Surface or well water
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  Seafood
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  Raw fruits and vegetables
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  Grains
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Treatment
Cholera requires immediate treatment because the disease can cause death within hours.
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  Rehydration
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  Intravenous fluids
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  Antibiotics
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  Zinc supplements
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