Jan 10, 2024 · Shigella bacteria cause an infection called shigellosis. Shigella cause an estimated 450,000 infections in the United States each year, and antimicrobial resistant infections result …

Mar 18, 2024 · Patients with shigellosis often experience watery, bloody, or prolonged diarrhea, abdominal pain, tenesmus, fever, and malaise. Healthcare providers can order laboratory tests …

Mar 14, 2024 · Large outbreaks of shigellosis often start in childcare settings and spread among small social groups. Outbreaks can occur among any race, ethnicity, or community social …

Mar 14, 2024 · People with Shigella infection (shigellosis) usually start experiencing symptoms 1 to 2 days after contact with the germ. These symptoms include: Diarrhea that can be bloody or …

Feb 16, 2024 · People can get a Shigella infection (shigellosis) after putting something in their mouth or swallowing something that has come into contact with the stool (poop) of someone …

Mar 15, 2024 · Treatment overview People who have shigellosis usually get better without antibiotic treatment in 5 to 7 days. People with mild shigellosis may need only fluids and rest.

Apr 23, 2025 · Learn how to evaluate international travelers with diarrhea after travel.

Mar 19, 2024 · Children with shigellosis should not attend childcare, school, or group activities while they have diarrhea. Follow the guidance of your local health department about when it is …

Mar 19, 2024 · The information in this toolkit is intended to help state and local health departments respond to suspected or confirmed cases, clusters, or outbreaks of Shigella …

Feb 16, 2024 · These articles provide information related to Shigella infections (shigellosis) in the United States and around the world. They include key publications on related topics but are …