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Shigellosis is an acute bacterial infection of the lining of the intestines. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms usually develop about 1 to 7 days (average 3 days) after you come in contact with the bacteria. Symptoms...
Causes
Shigellosis is caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. There are several types of Shigella. Shigella sonnei, also...
Tests
Dehydration with fast heart rate and low blood pressure; Abdominal tenderness; Elevated white blood cell count; Stool...
Treatments
The symptoms usually last 2 to 7 days. The goal of treatment is to replace fluids and electrolytes (salt and minerals)...
Complications
Complications may include: Dehydration - severe; Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS), a form of kidney failure with anemia...
Prevention
Prevention involves the proper handling, storage, and preparation of food, in addition to good cleanliness. Hand washing...
Doctor Specialties
Call your provider if diarrhea does not improve, if there is blood in the stool, or if there are signs of dehydration....
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