{"id":177950,"date":"2023-05-23T07:14:20","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T07:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=177950"},"modified":"2026-05-22T10:20:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T10:20:55","slug":"diagnostic-cholera-symptoms-and-causes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/diagnostic-cholera-symptoms-and-causes\/","title":{"rendered":"Cholera: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Causes of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Signs and Symptoms of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Risk Factors for Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Diagnosis of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Treatment of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Complications of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
Prevention of Cholera<\/a><\/li>
When to See a Doctor?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThis article delves into the world of cholera, an abrupt illness caused by consuming contaminated food or water harbouring Vibrio cholerae<\/em> bacteria. Harmful organisms in the small intestine produce a toxin called choleragen that sticks to the intestine. This toxin triggers the release of a substance that leads to a significant release of electrolytes and water2<\/a><\/sup>. This faeco-oral transmitted disease triggers severe diarrhoea and dehydration, and can even be fatal. Join us as we explore the impact of this bacterial infection, often affecting regions lacking modern sanitation and clean water system 1<\/a><\/sup>. Undeveloped nations and refugee camps, in addition to parts of the Middle East, Asia, South America, and Africa are some examples 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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In 2020, a total of 323,369 cases and 857 deaths were reported from 24 countries 9<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Millions across the world get cholera infection every year 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Cholera outbreaks are commonly seen in warmer climates 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Salty rivers and coastal area water is the habitat for cholera-causing bacteria 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
With well-timed rehydration therapy, more than 99% affected will recover. That is why rehydration is the most vital treatment for cholera 5<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Causes of Cholera<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A person who has developed profuse diarrhoea implies that the amount of an infectious agent called Vibrio cholerae<\/em> has reached greater numbers inside the patient\u2019s body. This has the potential to infect others3<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The main causative agent of cholera is Vibrio cholerae (V. cholerae) <\/em>bacteria, which is responsible for the infection and its transmission through contaminated water and food sources.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The infection spreads when contaminated faeces enter the water system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Improperly sanitized water puts people at risk when using it for drinking, cooking, and washing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Consumption of food or water contaminated with V. cholerae leads to bacterial multiplication in the small intestines and causes fluid secretion, resulting in diarrhoea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Cholera usually does not spread directly from person to person, but there can be occasional cases of transmission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Practising good hand hygiene is important to prevent infection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
V. cholerae<\/em> bacteria can also be found in salty rivers and coastal waters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Rare cases of cholera have been associated with consuming raw or undercooked shellfish1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Vibrio cholerae<\/em> bacteria, being the causal microbe for cholera, are transferred from infected to healthy individuals through their faeces. V. cholerae<\/em> grows within people when they consume food, water, or both that is infected with the bacteria. The small intestines then may release fluid as a result of the bacteria, which results in diarrhoea1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\nDr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>
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