Shigella accounts for about 10% of diarrhea illness in travelers to Mexico, South America, and the tropics.

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Sinersul is actually the generic name for Bactrim. Bactrim is an antibiotic used to ear infections, urinary tract infections, travelers diarrhea, bronchitis, and pneumonia.

The best prevention is to follow closely the rules outlined by the WHO and other groups regarding eating fresh fruits, vegetables, and other foods.

Aside from ruining a well deserved vacation, traveler's diarrhea can interrupt business conference schedules and, in the worst instances, lead to a life-threatening illness.