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  1. Bacterial Gastroenteritis: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

    • Learn about the symptoms, causes, and types of bacterial infections in your gut, and how to treat them at home or with antibiotics. Find out how to prevent foodborne illness and when to see a doctor.… See more

    Overview

    If you have a bacterial infection in your gut, you may experience symptoms like vomiting, severe abdominal pain, fever, blood in your stool, or diarrhea. You should visit a doct… See more

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    Symptoms of bacterial gastroenteritis

    Bacterial gastroenteritis symptoms vary depending on the bacteria causing your infection. According to 2021 research, symptoms may include:
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    When to see a doctor

    Talk with a doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 5 days. In children, contact a doctor if symptoms do not improve after 2 days or vomiting continues after 12 hours. You shoul… See more

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