Cholera is a dangerous infectious disease that can lead to the death of the patient if it is not detected in time and treatment is not started. But these days there is a variety of this dangerous disease - dry cholera, which can not only negatively affect human health, but can also occur at any age. It is important to know about this disease, its symptoms and treatments to avoid contracting this dangerous disease.
What is cholera? Cholera is a bacterial infection that is caused by infection with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Basically, this disease manifests itself in the form of acute gastroenteritis and provokes diarrhea and watery vomit. The disease is common only in hot countries due to the fact that it requires certain conditions for development: high humidity and high temperature. In the rest of the world, cholera is rare and occurs only after a person returns from a combat zone or is exposed to unfavorable environmental conditions.
Dry cholera
Unlike the classic form of cholera, dry cholera also affects the gastrointestinal tract, but does not manifest itself in any way. It is important to note that cholera sicca may vary from country to country. In one country, the presence of dry cholera may be considered a common occurrence, in another it can be a serious threat or even a disaster. Below we will look at the symptoms and causes of this dangerous disease.