ICD-10 Code A04.1 | Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli infection Symptoms, Diagnosis, Billing

Common symptoms include watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Symptoms typically appear within 1-3 days after exposure to contaminated food or water.

Diagnosis is primarily based on clinical presentation and can be confirmed through stool culture or molecular testing for E. coli strains that produce enterotoxins.

Treatment focuses on rehydration, either orally or intravenously, and may include antibiotics in severe cases. Supportive care is essential to manage symptoms.

While ETEC is not typically spread from person to person, it can be contracted through contaminated food or water, making hygiene and food safety crucial.