Medically Reviewed By: Dr Jana Lim | MBChB, MMed | Board-Accredited Family Physician
MBChB, MMed | Board-Accredited Family Physician
What Is the Cholera Vaccine?
The cholera vaccine is an oral
immunisation that helps protect against cholera infection. It is commonly recommended for
individuals visiting regions where cholera transmission is active or
where outbreaks are known to occur.
At Singapore Women's Clinic, we provide the Dukoral oral vaccine, which offers protection against cholera and enterotoxigenic
Escherichia coli (ETEC), a frequent cause of diarrhoea in travellers.
What Is Cholera?
Cholera is a sudden-onset infection of the intestines caused by the Vibrio cholerae bacterium. It spreads primarily through ingestion of food or water contaminated with faecal matter.
Cholera Symptoms
Common signs of cholera infection may include:
- Profuse, watery diarrhoea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Muscle cramps, particularly in the legs
- Discomfort or pain in the abdomen
Without timely treatment, cholera can rapidly lead to severe dehydration, circulatory collapse, kidney failure, and may be life-threatening in severe cases.
