What are the symptoms of noncholera Vibrio infection?
Among healthy people, ingestion of noncholera Vibrio can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In immunocompromised persons, particularly those with chronic liver disease, noncholera Vibrio can infect the bloodstream, causing a severe and life-threatening illness. Noncholera Vibrio can also cause an infection of the skin when open wounds are exposed to warm seawater. These infections may lead to skin breakdown and ulceration. How soon do symptoms appear? Symptoms usually occur within 24 hours of eating contaminated food or within 12 to 72 hours after exposure to contaminated seawater. What is the treatment for noncholera Vibrio infection? Patients with diarrhea should drink plenty of liquids to replace lost fluids. In severe illnesses, (e.g., bloodstream or wound infection) antibiotics may be used. How can this infection be prevented? Some tips for preventing noncholera Vibrio infections, particularly among immunocompromised patients, including those with underlying liver disea
