30th July 2023

A 26-year-old backpacker is travelling through East Asia. She complains of a two-day history of cramping abdominal pain

A 26-year-old backpacker is travelling through East Asia. She complains of a two-day history of cramping abdominal pain, nausea and watery diarrhoea. She reports around six episodes of loose stools and denies the presence of any blood. She admits to eating food from several street vendors.

What is the most likely causative organism?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.