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Are there more than one type of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis?

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Many!: There are many different bacteria and viruses that can cause gastroenteritis. That is why stool cultures and other studies are so important in confirming the diagnosis.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/5/2012

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Yes: There are number of bacteria causing gastroenteritis. To name a few, salmonella, shigella, pathogenic e. Coli, and etc.

Answered 1/5/2019

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