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What is Dysentery and Its Symptoms?
General Medicine
Question #1778
69 days ago
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What is Dysentery and Its Symptoms? - #1778

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Dysentery is a severe infection of the intestines that causes diarrhea with blood or mucus. It’s usually caused by: Bacteria (Shigella) Parasites (Amoebiasis) Common symptoms: Severe diarrhea Stomach cramps Fever and dehydration Drinking unsafe water is a major risk, so clean water and hygiene help prevent dysentery. Has anyone had dysentery before? How did you recover?

Dysentery
Diarrhea
Gut infection
Amoebiasis
Dehydration
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67 days ago
Dysentery is a serious intestinal infection that causes bloody or mucus-filled diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, and dehydration. It’s usually caused by bacteria (Shigella) or parasites (Amoebiasis), often spread through contaminated food or water. Most cases are mild and improve with rest, hydration, and electrolyte replacement. However, if symptoms are severe, persistent, or include high fever and dehydration, medical attention is needed. Antibiotics or antiparasitic medications may be required, depending on the cause. To prevent dysentery, it’s essential to drink clean water, practice good hand hygiene, and avoid undercooked food. If symptoms worsen or last more than a few days, a stool test can help confirm the cause and guide treatment.
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