Symptoms will vary depending on the infecting pathogen,[1] but tend to include:
- Loose, watery stools (diarrhea)
- Abdominal cramping
- Fecal urgency (a sudden and immediate need to defecate once the urge begins)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Malaise
- Fever
- Blood or mucus in the stool
The presence of a high fever (>38.5°C/101°F) or blood/mucus in the stool indicates a more severe case of traveler’s diarrhea warranting medical attention.[2]