Gastrointestinal - Infections Flashcards by Rose Leckie | Brainscape

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Bacteria Description - Shigella

A

Gram negative bacillus

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Causes - Shigella

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Exposure to contaminated food or water

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Presentation - Shigella

A

Abdominal cramping pain
Bloody diarrhoea
Fever

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Diagnosis - Shigella

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Stool sample for microscopy
FBC

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Management - Shigella (Mild)

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Supportive care + rehydration

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Management - Shigella (Severe)

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Antibiotics = ciprofloxacin

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Complications - Shigella

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Dysentery
HUS

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