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An enterotoxin is a harmful substance produced by certain bacteria that is specifically dangerous to parts of your gastrointestinal tract. The substance enters your stomach and intestines when you eat tainted food or water, causing symptoms such as cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
See: Food poisoning
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SteveEnterotoxins are toxins produced by certain bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus or E. coli, that specifically target the intestines, causing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These toxins can be found in contaminated food or water, leading to food poisoning outbreaks.
An enterotoxin is a harmful substance produced by certain bacteria that is specifically dangerous to parts of your gastrointestinal tract. The substance enters your stomach and intestines when you eat tainted food or water, causing symptoms such as cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
See: Food poisoning
Reviewed ByReview Date: 08/14/2011
David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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