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Pathology
Campylobacter jejuni.
Commonest cause of diarrhoea in UK.
Incubation period 2-6 days.
Aetiology
Associated with birds, poultry, pets, farm animals.
Signs
Very high fever can be present.
Symptoms
Prodrome 24-36 hours: headache, abdominal pain. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea. May mimic acute appendicitis.
Investigations
Microbiology: Stool culture.
Treatment
Conservative: Mainly supportive with oral rehydration
Medical: IV fluids and antibiotics for severe cases or immunocompromised.
Prognosis
Excellent.
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