Definition of turistanext
as in diarrhea
abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools the entire family came down with the dreaded turista three days into their long-awaited vacation

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diarrhea
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  • According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most people with salmonella infection have watery diarrhea that might have blood or mucus and stomach cramps that can be severe.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 7 May 2026
  • Half of those who contract the virus also experience headaches, dizziness, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
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“Turista.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turista. Accessed 8 May. 2026.

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