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Cholera patients should be evaluated and treated quickly. With proper treatment, even severely ill patients can be saved. Rehydration therapy, the primary treatment for cholera patients, refers to the prompt restoration of lost fluids and salts. Antibiotic treatment reduces fluid requirements and duration of illness, and is indicated for severe ...
- Antibiotic Treatment
Antibiotic regimens for the treatment of cholera....
- Rehydration Therapy
Cholera can cause dehydration, which can be deadly if not...
- Zinc Treatment
Zinc has also been shown to have a similar effect in...
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Suspected cholera case. In areas where a cholera outbreak...
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Cholera is an acute, diarrheal illness caused by infection...
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Cholera patients do not typically become carriers of the...
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WHO. Cholera Outbreak Response. Global Task Force on Cholera...
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Non-cholera Vibrio cholerae Infections; Diagnosis and...
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While reported cases decreased by 72% from 2015 to 2016,...
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Plan for elimination of cholera in Hispaniola; Global Task...
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Dec 11, 2023 · Rapid access to treatment is essential during a cholera outbreak. Oral rehydration should be available in communities, including at specific oral rehydration points (ORPs), in addition to larger treatment centres that can provide intravenous fluids and 24-hour care. With early and proper treatment, the case fatality rate should remain below 1%.
Dec 9, 2022 · With treatment, fatalities drop to less than 1%. Intravenous fluids. Most people with cholera can be helped by oral rehydration alone, but severely dehydrated people might also need intravenous fluids. Antibiotics. While not a necessary part of cholera treatment, some antibiotics can reduce cholera-related diarrhea and shorten how long it lasts ...
Dec 9, 2022 · 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.
Mar 10, 2023 · Cholera outbreaks can be prevented by making sure that communities have access to safe water and good sanitation. Open defecation (not using toilets/latrines) is a major driver of cholera outbreaks. Providing communities with access to toilets/latrines can provide significant health benefits.
