Shigella disease reported again in the state, if these symptoms are found, seek immediate medical attention

KOZHIKODE: Shigella disease has been reported again in the state after a break. The disease was detected in Puthiyappa, Kozhikode. But health experts said the disease had not spread. The disease was reported yesterday.

Shigella is caused by bacteria belonging to the group Shigella. The main symptom of this disease which is transmitted through contaminated water and unhygienic food is diarrhea. Other symptoms include fever, abdominal pain, vomiting, fatigue, and bloody stools. Shigella bacteria mainly affect the intestines and cause bleeding during diarrhea. In case of fever, bloody stools, dehydration and fatigue, seek immediate medical attention.

Children under the age of five are more likely to die if their symptoms worsen. If not taken care of, the disease can spread very quickly. Dehydration caused by persistent diarrhea can lead to "shock" and even death. In addition, young children are more likely to have epilepsy.