Shigellosis
noun
A contagious intestinal infection caused by the Shigella bacteria, leading to diarrhea, fever, and stomach pain.
The patient was diagnosed with shigellosis after experiencing severe diarrhea.

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Formal
bacillary dysentery, gastrointestinal infection, infectious disease
noun
A contagious intestinal infection caused by the Shigella bacteria, leading to diarrhea, fever, and stomach pain.
The patient was diagnosed with shigellosis after experiencing severe diarrhea.

Usage tips
Formal
bacillary dysentery, gastrointestinal infection, infectious disease
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Medical Context
Understanding shigellosis is essential in healthcare situations where gastrointestinal infections are discussed.
Healthcare professionals often need to be familiar with shigellosis symptoms.
Public Health
Shigellosis outbreaks highlight the importance of sanitation and hygiene practices in preventing diseases.
Communities should focus on hygiene to prevent shigellosis.
Preventive Measures
Education about food safety can help prevent shigellosis transmission.
Proper handwashing is key to avoiding shigellosis.
Medical Context
Understanding shigellosis is essential in healthcare situations where gastrointestinal infections are discussed.
Healthcare professionals often need to be familiar with shigellosis symptoms.
Public Health
Shigellosis outbreaks highlight the importance of sanitation and hygiene practices in preventing diseases.
Communities should focus on hygiene to prevent shigellosis.
Preventive Measures
Education about food safety can help prevent shigellosis transmission.
Proper handwashing is key to avoiding shigellosis.
Medical Context
Understanding shigellosis is essential in healthcare situations where gastrointestinal infections are discussed.
Healthcare professionals often need to be familiar with shigellosis symptoms.
Public Health
Shigellosis outbreaks highlight the importance of sanitation and hygiene practices in preventing diseases.
Communities should focus on hygiene to prevent shigellosis.
Preventive Measures
Education about food safety can help prevent shigellosis transmission.
Proper handwashing is key to avoiding shigellosis.
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