Shigellosis

Question 1

Who does shigellosis typically affect and how is it transmitted?

Answer 1

Transmitted fecal-oral route

Commonly affects children under 5, infection peaks late in summer in UL

Question 2

Clinical presentation of shigellosis?

Answer 2

1-3 days after infection get diarrhoea (may be blood/mucus), N&V, abdo pain, fever, malalse

Usually resolves in 5-7 days

Question 3

Management of shigellosis?

Answer 3

Abx not indicate for mild cases

Ciprofloxacin or azithromycin

Alternatives: amoxicillin or trimethoprim

Question 4

What is the causative organism in shigella infection?

Answer 4

S.dysenteriae