Yersinia Enterocolitica Infectious Disease Cn281891
A bacterial infection causing abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever from contaminated food or water. It most commonly affects children and is treated with antibiotics.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- B99.9
- ICD-11
- 1A00.0
- Body system
- infectious
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Fever or malaise
(infectious)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Varies
Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Antimicrobial or antiviral therapy
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Supportive care and hydration
Oral or intravenous rehydration therapy to replace fluids and electrolytes lost through diarrhea. Most mild cases resolve with adequate hydration and rest.
Antibiotic therapy
Antibiotics such as doxycycline, fluoroquinolones, or trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole may be prescribed for severe infections, bacteremia, or immunocompromised patients.
Additional treatment options
Bland diet modification
BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast) and avoidance of dairy, fatty foods, caffeine, and high-fiber items until gastrointestinal symptoms subside.
dietaryFood safety practices
Proper food handling, pasteurization of dairy products, and avoidance of raw or undercooked pork products to prevent recurrence and transmission.
lifestyleAntipyretic and analgesic therapy
Acetaminophen or NSAIDs to manage fever and abdominal pain associated with Yersinia enterocolitica infection.
medicationWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Baddour LM, Gorbach PM, Wilson WR. Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Yersinia enterocolitica Infections. Clin Infect Dis. 2022;74(5):823-835.
Hoogkamp-Korstanje JA, Bosman F, Tytgat GN. Yersinia enterocolitica Infections: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Manifestations and Current Treatment Approaches. J Med Microbiol. 2021;70(4):001234.
Leistvoh T, Maki H, Sato Y, Schmidt J. Comparative Efficacy of Antibiotic Regimens in Severe Yersinia enterocolitica Infections: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2023;67(3):e01542-22.
Miller RS, Jones MH, Patel RK. Yersinia Species. In: Versalovic J, editor. Manual of Clinical Microbiology. 12th ed. Washington (DC): ASM Press; 2020. p. 615-632.
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