Cholera, unspecified

Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by contaminated food or water containing Vibrio cholerae bacteria, common during monsoon season in areas with poor sanitation. The disease causes profuse watery diarrhea that can rapidly lead to severe dehydration and death within hours if untreated. Immediate rehydration treatment with ORS or intravenous fluids can save lives, and the disease is largely preventable through clean water and proper hygiene.