What are the symptoms of bacterial dysentery?
Disease description:
Suddenly developed abdominal pain at night; after examination at the hospital, the doctor diagnosed bacterial dysentery. Would like to know what symptoms this disease may cause?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
The symptoms of bacterial dysentery include gastrointestinal and systemic manifestations. Bacterial dysentery is an intestinal infectious disease caused by bacterial infection, primarily transmitted via the fecal-oral route; unhygienic eating habits increase the risk of contracting this illness. Patients typically experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and passage of mucus, pus, and bloody stools, along with systemic symptoms including fever, fatigue, chills, and loss of appetite. It is recommended to follow medical advice and use antibiotic medications for treatment, such as levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
