Shigella Flashcards
1
Q
What is shigella’s mode of transmission?
A
Fecal oral
2
Q
Is shigella’s incubation period short/long?
A
Short (1-3 days)
3
Q
What are the symptoms of Shigella?
A
- Watery, loose stool (mucous/blood in severe cases)
- Fever, cramps
- tenesmus (straining to poop)
4
Q
How is shigella treated?
A
Usually self-limited, 48-72 hours, antibiotics can shorten course
5
Q
Are there any potential complications with Shigella? Are they common/rare?
A
bacteremia, Reiter’s syndrome, and toxic megacolon are rare complications
