Biegunka krwotoczna
Objawy

Biegunka krwotoczna (dysenteria) to ostra infekcja jelitowa charakteryzująca się częstymi, wodnistymi stolcami z domieszką krwi, śluzu lub ropy, silnym bólem brzucha, gorączką powyżej 38°C, nudnościami i osłabieniem. Wyróżnia się dwa główne typy etiologiczne: bakteryjną (Shigella) z objawami pojawiającymi się po 1-3 dniach oraz amebową (Entamoeba histolytica) z dłuższym okresem inkubacji 2-4 tygodni. Przebieg choroby może być łagodny, umiarkowany lub ciężki, z możliwym oddawaniem nawet 20-40 stolców na dobę i ryzykiem odwodnienia, które jest najpoważniejszym powikłaniem, szczególnie u dzieci, osób starszych i pacjentów z immunosupresją. Czas trwania biegunki bakteryjnej wynosi zwykle 4-8 dni (ciężkie przypadki do 3-6 tygodni), a amebowej około 2 tygodni, z możliwym przedłużeniem objawów do kilku miesięcy.

Objawy podstawowe biegunki krwotocznej

Biegunka krwotoczna (dysenteria) to zakażenie jelitowe charakteryzujące się ostrą biegunką z obecnością krwi, śluzu lub ropy w kale. Główne objawy tej choroby obejmują częste, wodniste stolce zawierające domieszkę krwi lub śluzu. Choroba ta może przebiegać z różnym nasileniem – od łagodnego do ciężkiego12.

Do najczęstszych objawów biegunki krwotocznej należą:

  • Częste, wodniste stolce z widoczną krwią, śluzem lub ropą12
  • Silny ból i skurcze brzucha12
  • Wysoka gorączka (powyżej 38°C)12
  • Nudności i wymioty12
  • Osłabienie i zmęczenie12
  • Utrata masy ciała12

Charakterystyczny jest również tenesmus, czyli uczucie niepełnego wypróżnienia i ciągłe parcie na stolec, nawet gdy odbytnica jest pusta12. Często występuje także wzdęcie brzucha, wzmożona produkcja gazów jelitowych oraz nagła potrzeba wypróżnienia1.

Różnice objawów w zależności od typu dyzenterii

Objawy biegunki krwotocznej mogą się różnić w zależności od jej przyczyny. Wyróżniamy dwa główne typy: bakteryjną (bacillary dysentery) i amebową (amoebic dysentery)12.

Objawy biegunki bakteryjnej (wywołanej bakteriami Shigella):

  • Biegunka z krwią i śluzem12
  • Wysoka gorączka12
  • Skurcze brzucha o znacznym nasileniu12
  • Nudności i wymioty1
  • Objawy pojawiają się zwykle po 1-3 dniach od zakażenia12

Objawy biegunki amebowej (wywołanej przez pierwotniaki Entamoeba histolytica):

  • Biegunka o nawracającym charakterze12
  • Wodniste stolce, czasem z krwią i śluzem1
  • Naprzemienne występowanie biegunki i zaparć1
  • Bóle brzucha i skurcze1
  • Gorączka z dreszczami1
  • Spadek masy ciała1
  • Objawy rozwijają się zwykle po 2-4 tygodniach od zakażenia12

Warto zaznaczyć, że w przypadku biegunki amebowej, nawet 90% zakażonych osób może nie wykazywać żadnych objawów12.

Przebieg kliniczny choroby

Biegunka krwotoczna może mieć różny przebieg, zależny od czynnika etiologicznego, nasilenia infekcji oraz stanu zdrowia pacjenta1.

Czas inkubacji i pojawienie się objawów

W przypadku biegunki bakteryjnej objawy pojawiają się zwykle po 1-3 dniach od zakażenia, choć mogą wystąpić nawet do 7 dni po kontakcie z patogenem12. Według informacji z Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), objawy zwykle pojawiają się około 1-2 dni po zakażeniu12.

W przypadku biegunki amebowej okres inkubacji jest dłuższy. Objawy rozwijają się zwykle po 2-4 tygodniach od momentu zakażenia, choć w niektórych przypadkach mogą pojawić się nawet po kilku miesiącach12.

Typowy przebieg i czas trwania choroby

Biegunka krwotoczna zwykle rozpoczyna się nagle, często z silnymi bólami brzucha, wysoką gorączką i gwałtownie narastającą biegunką1. W miarę postępu choroby w stolcach pojawia się krew, śluz lub ropa1.

Czas trwania choroby różni się w zależności od typu:

  • Biegunka bakteryjna w łagodnej postaci trwa zwykle 4-8 dni, natomiast ciężkie przypadki mogą trwać 3-6 tygodni12. Większość osób czuje się lepiej w ciągu tygodnia bez leczenia1.
  • Biegunka amebowa rozwija się bardziej stopniowo i zazwyczaj trwa około 2 tygodni12. Przy odpowiednim rozpoznaniu i leczeniu, pacjenci powinni poczuć poprawę po około 14 dniach1.

Należy jednak zaznaczyć, że u niektórych osób objawy mogą utrzymywać się przez 4 tygodnie lub dłużej1. Powrót do prawidłowych nawyków jelitowych może zająć nawet kilka miesięcy1.

Nasilenie objawów i warianty przebiegu

Nasilenie objawów biegunki krwotocznej może być różne, od łagodnego do bardzo ciężkiego1. W najcięższych przypadkach pacjenci mogą oddawać więcej niż litr płynnych stolców na godzinę1.

Przebieg choroby można podzielić na:

  • Łagodny – niewielka liczba luźnych stolców dziennie, umiarkowane dolegliwości bólowe, brak znacznych objawów ogólnoustrojowych1.
  • Umiarkowany – częste stolce z krwią i śluzem, znaczne bóle brzucha, gorączka, osłabienie1.
  • Ciężki – bardzo częste stolce (nawet 20-40 na dobę), intensywne bóle brzucha, wysoka gorączka, znaczne odwodnienie, wyczerpanie organizmu12.

W skrajnie ciężkich przypadkach może wystąpić piorunująca (fulminantna) postać choroby, która może prowadzić do śmierci w ciągu 24 godzin, jeśli nie zostanie podjęte odpowiednie leczenie12.

Objawy powikłania i stany naglące

Nieleczona lub ciężka postać biegunki krwotocznej może prowadzić do poważnych powikłań, wymagających natychmiastowej interwencji medycznej12.

Odwodnienie jako najczęstsze powikłanie

Najczęstszym i najpoważniejszym powikłaniem biegunki krwotocznej jest odwodnienie, które może stanowić zagrożenie życia, zwłaszcza u dzieci, osób starszych i pacjentów z osłabionym układem odpornościowym12.

Objawy odwodnienia obejmują:

  • Wzmożone pragnienie1
  • Suchość w ustach i śluzówkach1
  • Zmniejszenie ilości oddawanego moczu1
  • Ciemne zabarwienie moczu1
  • Zawroty głowy, szczególnie przy wstawaniu1
  • Przyspieszone tętno1
  • Zapadnięte oczy i policzki1
  • Zmniejszone napięcie skóry1
  • Skrajne osłabienie i zmęczenie1

W przypadkach ciężkiego odwodnienia może dojść do zaburzeń świadomości, wstrząsu i niewydolności narządowej, co stanowi bezpośrednie zagrożenie życia1.

Inne poważne powikłania

Poza odwodnieniem, biegunka krwotoczna może prowadzić do innych poważnych powikłań:

  • Zaburzenia elektrolitowe – utrata sodu, potasu i chlorków, co może prowadzić do zaburzeń rytmu serca i funkcji nerwowo-mięśniowych12.
  • Skrajne zapalenie jelit – prowadzące do poszerzenia (rozszerzenia) jelita grubego, znanego jako toksyczne rozdęcie okrężnicy (toxic megacolon)12.
  • Ostra niewydolność nerek – spowodowana odwodnieniem i zaburzeniami elektrolitowymi12.
  • Niedożywienie – przy długotrwałej chorobie, ze względu na zaburzenia wchłaniania składników odżywczych1.
  • Zakażenie ogólnoustrojowe (posocznica) – gdy bakterie lub pasożyty przedostają się do krwiobiegu1.

W przypadku biegunki amebowej, dodatkowym powikłaniem może być ropień wątroby, który objawia się wysoką gorączką, bólem w prawym górnym kwadrancie brzucha lub prawego barku, utratą masy ciała i powiększeniem wątroby12.

Rzadziej występującymi powikłaniami są reaktywne zapalenie stawów po przebyciu infekcji1 oraz wypadanie odbytnicy w wyniku długotrwałego parcia na stolec1.

Objawy wymagające natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej

Należy pilnie skontaktować się z lekarzem lub udać się do szpitala, jeśli wystąpią następujące objawy:

  • Ciężka, uporczywa biegunka trwająca dłużej niż 2-3 dni12
  • Wysoka gorączka (powyżej 39°C)1
  • Nasilony ból brzucha lub odbytu1
  • Obfite krwawienie z odbytu1
  • Objawy odwodnienia (wymienione wcześniej)1
  • Zmiany stanu świadomości (dezorientacja, majaczenie)1
  • Przyspieszone tętno1
  • Silne zawroty głowy lub omdlenia1
  • Ciągłe wymioty uniemożliwiające przyjmowanie płynów1

Szczególną uwagę należy zwrócić na objawy u dzieci, osób starszych i pacjentów z obniżoną odpornością, u których choroba może przebiegać gwałtowniej i prowadzić do szybszego rozwoju powikłań12.

Różnice w przebiegu choroby u różnych grup pacjentów

Przebieg biegunki krwotocznej może znacząco różnić się w zależności od wieku, stanu zdrowia i sprawności układu odpornościowego pacjenta1.

Biegunka krwotoczna u dzieci

Dzieci są szczególnie narażone na ciężki przebieg biegunki krwotocznej i szybki rozwój powikłań1. U najmłodszych pacjentów choroba może przebiegać następująco:

  • Szybsze rozwijanie się odwodnienia ze względu na proporcjonalnie większą zawartość wody w organizmie i wyższy stosunek powierzchni ciała do jego masy1
  • Wyższe ryzyko zaburzeń elektrolitowych1
  • Większe ryzyko niedożywienia, które może negatywnie wpłynąć na dalszy rozwój1
  • Częstsze występowanie gorączki i wymiotów towarzyszących biegunce1

U dzieci choroba często rozpoczyna się od gorączki, nudności, wymiotów i skurczów brzucha, a następnie pojawia się biegunka1. W ciężkich przypadkach, biegunka u dzieci może prowadzić do odwodnienia zagrażającego życiu w ciągu kilku godzin1.

Każdy przypadek biegunki krwotocznej u dziecka poniżej 12 miesięcy życia, a także u dzieci urodzonych przedwcześnie lub z obciążeniami zdrowotnymi, wymaga natychmiastowej konsultacji lekarskiej1.

Przebieg choroby u osób starszych

U osób starszych biegunka krwotoczna również może mieć cięższy przebieg ze względu na:

  • Obniżoną sprawność układu odpornościowego związaną z wiekiem1
  • Często występujące choroby współistniejące, takie jak niewydolność serca, cukrzyca czy przewlekła choroba nerek1
  • Zmniejszone rezerwy fizjologiczne organizmu i wolniejszą regenerację tkanek1
  • Zwiększone ryzyko zaburzeń elektrolitowych i odwodnienia1

Osoby starsze mogą również prezentować mniej typowe objawy, takie jak splątanie, zaburzenia świadomości czy pogorszenie funkcji poznawczych, bez wyraźnych objawów jelitowych1.

Pacjenci z obniżoną odpornością

U pacjentów z obniżoną odpornością (np. osoby z HIV/AIDS, po przeszczepach narządów, w trakcie chemioterapii lub leczone immunosupresyjnie) biegunka krwotoczna może mieć szczególnie ciężki przebieg1:

  • Dłuższy czas trwania objawów1
  • Większe ryzyko zakażenia ogólnoustrojowego i posocznicy1
  • Wyższe prawdopodobieństwo rozwoju pozajelitowych ognisk zakażenia1
  • Większe ryzyko przewlekłego nosicielstwa patogenu1
  • Większa śmiertelność w przypadku zakażeń oportunistycznych1

W tej grupie pacjentów nawet łagodne infekcje, które u zdrowych osób przebiegają bezobjawowo, mogą prowadzić do ciężkiej, zagrażającej życiu biegunki krwotocznej1.

Rokowanie i czas powrotu do zdrowia

Rokowanie w przypadku biegunki krwotocznej zależy od wielu czynników, w tym typu infekcji, ogólnego stanu zdrowia pacjenta, szybkości wdrożenia leczenia oraz występowania powikłań1.

Oczekiwany czas zdrowienia

Przy odpowiednim leczeniu, większość przypadków biegunki krwotocznej ustępuje w ciągu określonego czasu:

  • Biegunka bakteryjna – większość pacjentów wraca do zdrowia w ciągu tygodnia, nawet bez specyficznego leczenia12. Przy zastosowaniu odpowiednich antybiotyków, poprawa następuje zwykle w ciągu 72 godzin1.
  • Biegunka amebowa – przy właściwym rozpoznaniu i leczeniu, pacjenci zazwyczaj czują się lepiej po około 14 dniach od rozpoczęcia terapii12.

Pełny powrót do zdrowia, włączając w to normalizację funkcji jelit, następuje zwykle w ciągu 2-4 tygodni od rozpoczęcia leczenia1. Jednak u niektórych pacjentów powrót do prawidłowych nawyków jelitowych może trwać nawet kilka miesięcy1.

Czynniki wpływające na rokowanie

Na rokowanie w przypadku biegunki krwotocznej wpływają następujące czynniki:

  • Wiek pacjenta – dzieci poniżej 5 roku życia i osoby starsze mają zwykle gorsze rokowanie12
  • Stan układu odpornościowego – osoby z obniżoną odpornością są narażone na cięższy przebieg choroby i dłuższy czas zdrowienia1
  • Szybkość wdrożenia leczenia – wczesne rozpoznanie i rozpoczęcie odpowiedniej terapii znacząco poprawia rokowanie1
  • Stopień odwodnienia – ciężkie odwodnienie może opóźnić proces zdrowienia i zwiększyć ryzyko poważnych powikłań, w tym zgonu1
  • Choroby współistniejące – pacjenci z chorobami przewlekłymi mają zazwyczaj gorsze rokowanie1

Potencjalne długoterminowe następstwa

Mimo że większość pacjentów wraca do pełni zdrowia, biegunka krwotoczna może pozostawić po sobie długoterminowe następstwa, szczególnie w przypadku ciężkiego przebiegu lub opóźnionego leczenia:

  • Zespół jelita drażliwego po infekcji – nawracające bóle brzucha i zaburzenia rytmu wypróżnień1
  • Przejściowa nietolerancja laktozy – trudności w trawieniu produktów mlecznych, które mogą utrzymywać się przez kilka tygodni po ustąpieniu objawów biegunki12
  • Reaktywne zapalenie stawów – zapalenie stawów pojawiające się po przebyciu infekcji jelitowej1
  • Przewlekłe nosicielstwo – niektóre osoby mogą przez miesiące lub lata wydalać patogeny z kałem, nawet po ustąpieniu objawów, co stanowi potencjalne źródło zakażenia dla innych12

W przypadku biegunki amebowej, bez odpowiedniego leczenia, choroba może przyjąć przewlekły charakter z okresami zaostrzeń i remisji, co znacząco obniża jakość życia pacjenta12.

Biegunka krwotoczna jest chorobą, która nieleczona może być śmiertelna, ale przy odpowiednim rozpoznaniu i leczeniu, większość pacjentów wraca do pełni zdrowia bez długotrwałych następstw12.

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  1. 10.04.2026
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    Dysentery symptoms include diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, weight loss and stomach cramps. […] Dysentery is characterized by diarrhea, high fever, weight loss, an upset stomach and nausea and vomiting. […] Dysentery symptoms vary slightly according to what type of dysentery you have. […] Mild symptoms of amoebic dysentery may include: Diarrhea, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Weight loss, Upset stomach. […] Symptoms of bacillary dysentery may include: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Painful stomach cramps (abdominal pain). […] If you have severe dysentery, complications may include extreme inflammation, widening (dilation) of your large intestine and acute kidney disease. […] Without proper treatment, dysentery may be fatal. […] If you have dysentery symptoms for more than a few days, contact your healthcare provider.
  • #1 Dysentery – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis – MedBroadcast.com
    https://medbroadcast.com/condition/getcondition/dysentery
    Dysentery is a painful intestinal infection causing diarrhea with blood, pus, and mucus. It usually lasts for 3 to 7 days. […] The main symptom of dysentery is frequent near-liquid diarrhea flecked with blood, mucus, or pus. Other symptoms include sudden onset of high fever (at least 100.4F or 38C) and chills, abdominal pain, cramps and bloating, flatulence (passing gas), urgency to pass stool, feeling of incomplete emptying, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. […] Mild cases of bacillary dysentery may last 4 to 8 days, while severe cases may last 3 to 6 weeks. Amoebiasis starts more gradually and usually lasts about 2 weeks. […] Bacillary dysentery symptoms begin within 2 to 10 days of infection. […] Complications from bacillary dysentery include delirium, convulsions, and coma. A very severe infection like this can be fatal within 24 hours. However, the vast majority of infections are self-limited and resolve spontaneously without treatment.
  • #1 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
    https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/what-is-dysentery
    Symptoms can show up 1-3 days after you get infected. In some people, the symptoms take longer to appear. Others never get symptoms. […] Each type of dysentery has slightly different symptoms. […] Bacillary dysentery causes symptoms like: Diarrhea with belly cramps, Fever, Nausea and vomiting, Blood or mucus in the diarrhea. […] Amoebic dysentery usually doesn’t cause symptoms. If you do feel sick, you’ll notice problems 2-4 weeks after you’re infected, such as: Nausea, Diarrhea, Belly cramps, Weight loss, Fever. […] Rarely, amoebic dysentery leads to more serious problems like liver abscess, which is a collection of pus in the liver. Symptoms include: Nausea and vomiting, Fever, Pain in the upper right part of the belly, Weight loss, Swollen liver. […] Call your doctor if diarrhea, cramps, and other symptoms are severe, or if they don’t get better within a week. Let your doctor know if you recently traveled to a country where dysentery is common.
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    Fever: Many people with dysentery develop a fever, which may range from mild to high-grade, depending on the severity of the infection. […] Nausea and vomiting: Some individuals with dysentery may experience nausea and vomiting, which can contribute to dehydration. […] Dehydration: The persistent diarrhoea associated with dysentery can lead to dehydration, characterised by symptoms such as dry mouth, decreased urine output, thirst, and lightheadedness. […] Fatigue: Dysentery can cause weakness and fatigue due to dehydration and the body’s efforts to fight off the infection. […] Tenesmus: This is a sensation of incomplete bowel movement or a constant urge to pass stools even when the rectum is empty. It is a common symptom of dysentery. […] Note: The symptoms of dysentery can vary in severity depending on factors such as the individual’s overall health, the specific pathogen causing the infection, and whether any complications develop. If you suspect you have dysentery or are experiencing symptoms of severe diarrhoea, it’s crucial to seek medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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    Bacillary dysentery is a gastrointestinal disease caused by bacterial infection. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, fever, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting. […] With bacillary dysentery, a bacterial infection becomes more invasive and severe, causing inflammation in the intestines. Symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening. […] The symptoms of bacillary dysentery range from mild to severe, including: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Painful stomach cramps, Nausea and vomiting. Complications of severe disease include extreme inflammation, dilation (widening) of the large intestine and acute kidney disease. […] Some people with bacillary dysentery feel better in a few days without medical treatment. Others develop serious complications, and the condition can be life-threatening.
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    A person with amebic dysentery may experience the following symptoms: abdominal pain and cramps, watery diarrhea, which can contain blood, mucus, or pus, intermittent constipation, fever and chills, fatigue. […] Dysentery can cause medical complications. These are more common among people with compromised immune systems. […] Some potential complications of dysentery include dehydration, liver abscess, postinfectious arthritis (PIA), and hemolytic uremic syndrome. […] Mild symptoms should resolve without treatment. However, people who develop severe symptoms should see a doctor. Treatment may be necessary to prevent possible complications.
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    Dysentery is an intestinal inflammation that usually takes place in the in the colon, and can result in severe diarrhoea with mucus or blood in the faeces. […] The most common signs and symptoms of dysentery include: Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Fatigue, Fever, Chills, Watery diarrhoea which may contain blood, mucus or pus, Painful passing of stools, Intermittent constipation. […] If symptoms are not severe and the doctor determines it is Bacillary dysentery (Shigella), there is little or no medication required and the illness goes away within a week. If your doctor diagnoses amoebic dysentery, you will be probably start with a 10-day course of an antimicrobial medication, such as Flagyl (metronidazole).
  • #1 Amebiasis (amebic dysentery)
    https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/amebiasis/fact_sheet.htm
    Amebiasis is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a microscopic (tiny) parasite called Entamoeba histolytica, which is spread through human feces (poop). Often there are no symptoms, but, sometimes it causes diarrhea (loose stool/poop), nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), and weight loss. […] The majority of people who are infected with this parasite will experience no symptoms. Those who do become sick may experience mild or severe symptoms. The mild form of amebiasis includes nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), diarrhea (loose stool/poop), weight loss, stomach tenderness, and occasional fever. Rarely, the parasite will spread the body beyond the intestines and cause a more serious infection, such as a liver abscess (a collection of pus). The symptoms may develop a few days to a few months after exposure but usually within two to four weeks.
  • #1 Dysentery: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
    https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/171193
    Dysentery is an intestinal infection that causes diarrhea containing blood or mucus. Symptoms can also include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. […] In the U.S., most people who develop dysentery experience only mild symptoms that disappear within a few days. However, dysentery is a notifiable disease, meaning a person must inform the authorities if they have it. Doing so helps to prevent an outbreak of dysentery. […] Dysentery symptoms differ according to whether the infection is bacterial or parasitic. […] According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), symptoms of bacillary dysentery typically begin around 12 days after infection and last around 7 days. […] Symptoms typically last around 57 days, though some people may experience symptoms for 4 weeks or more. In some cases, it may take several months for a person’s bowel habits to return to normal.
  • #1 Dysentery – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dysentery
    Dysentery is a type of gastroenteritis that results in bloody diarrhea. Other symptoms may include fever, abdominal pain, and a feeling of incomplete defecation. Complications may include dehydration. […] The most common form of dysentery is bacillary dysentery, which is typically a mild sickness, causing symptoms normally consisting of mild abdominal pains and frequent passage of loose stools or diarrhea. Symptoms normally present themselves after 1–3 days, and are usually no longer present after a week. The frequency of urges to defecate, the large volume of liquid feces ejected, and the presence of blood, mucus, or pus depends on the pathogen causing the disease. Temporary lactose intolerance can occur, as well. In some occasions, severe abdominal cramps, fever, shock, and delirium can all be symptoms.
  • #1 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23567-dysentery
    If you have amebiasis, with proper diagnosis and treatment, your outlook is good. You should feel better after about 14 days. If you don’t get treatment, amebiasis can cause death. […] If you have bacillary dysentery, most people feel better within a week without treatment. Others may develop serious complications which can be life-threatening.
  • #1 Dysentery – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dysentery
    In extreme cases, people may pass more than one liter of fluid per hour. More often, individuals will complain of diarrhea with blood, accompanied by extreme abdominal pain, rectal pain and a low-grade fever. Rapid weight loss and muscle aches sometimes also accompany dysentery, while nausea and vomiting are rare. […] With correct treatment, most cases of amoebic and bacterial dysentery subside within 10 days, and most individuals achieve a full recovery within two to four weeks after beginning proper treatment. If the disease is left untreated, the prognosis varies with the immune status of the individual patient and the severity of disease. Extreme dehydration can delay recovery and significantly raises the risk for serious complications including death.
  • #1 Dysentery. – I Was Diagnosed With Acute Dysentery The Past Week. | Practo Consult
    https://www.practo.com/consult/dysentery-i-was-diagnosed-with-acute-dysentery-the-past-week-my-stool-was-watery-and-had-mucus-and-blood-in-it-i/q
    I was diagnosed with acute dysentery the past week. My stool was watery and had mucus and blood in it. I went to washroom like 30 to 40 times in 3 days. Right now I feel normal but still my stomach cramps a bit for a little while. […] Symptoms of dysentery […] Sir/mam Actually I have dysentery symptoms from da y after yesterday night having pain in abdomen lower p […] My digestion system not working properly, I am passing stool with mucus problems, I am going a washroom 4 […] I had fever for a day and I’m having loose motions for last 5 days I did spotted blood as well in it quit
  • #1 What is Dysentery: Exploring its Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
    https://www.maxhealthcare.in/blogs/dysentery-types-symptoms-and-causes
    Dysentery can lead to several potential complications, especially if left untreated or if the infection is severe. Some of the complications associated with dysentery include: […] Dehydration: The persistent diarrhoea associated with dysentery can lead to significant fluid loss, resulting in dehydration. Dehydration can be particularly dangerous, especially in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. […] Electrolyte imbalance: Diarrhoea can also cause an imbalance of electrolytes in the body, such as sodium, potassium, and chloride. This imbalance can further exacerbate dehydration and lead to additional health issues. […] Malnutrition: Prolonged dysentery can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food, leading to malnutrition and weakness.
  • #1 Traveler’s diarrhea – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/travelers-diarrhea/symptoms-causes/syc-20352182
    Traveler’s diarrhea usually goes away on its own within several days. Symptoms may last longer and be more severe if it’s caused by certain bacteria or parasites. In such cases, you may need prescription medicines to help you get better. […] Dehydration caused by diarrhea can cause serious complications, including organ damage, shock or coma. Symptoms of dehydration include a very dry mouth, intense thirst, little or no urination, dizziness, or extreme weakness.
  • #1 Diarrhea: Causes and How to Treat it
    https://www.healthline.com/health/diarrhea
    Diarrhea can be acute or chronic. […] Chronic diarrhea may be a symptom of a more severe condition such as irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease. Frequent and severe diarrhea could be a sign of intestinal disease or a functional bowel disorder. […] The main symptoms of diarrhea are frequent loose, watery stools and a pressing urge to have a bowel movement. […] Diarrhea can cause you to lose fluids quickly and put you at risk for dehydration. If you dont receive treatment for diarrhea, it can have severe effects. The symptoms of dehydration include: fatigue, dry mucous membranes, increased heart rate, a headache, lightheadedness, increased thirst, decreased urination, dry mouth. […] Diarrhea is often the result of a short-term infection but can lead to severe complications, notably dehydration. The condition can also be chronic, although this is less common. […] If you experience symptoms for more than 2 days, you should see a doctor. If a child under your care is displaying symptoms of diarrhea, seek medical assistance immediately. Children under 5 years old are particularly susceptible to diarrhea and dehydration, and this is often a medical emergency.
  • #1 Know the Symptoms of Diarrhea and When to See a Doctor
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/diarrhea/know-symptoms-diarrhea-when-see-doctor/
    Diarrhea is a common, unpleasant ailment that everyone suffers from at least occasionally. In the majority of cases, it will last a few days, but diarrhea that sticks around for weeks or longer can indicate a serious health problem requiring medical attention. The main symptom of diarrhea is passing loose, watery stool that occurs three or more times a day. Someone with diarrhea may also experience one or more of the following symptoms: Pain or cramping in the abdomen, an urgent need to go to the bathroom, nausea, bloating, anal irritation, a loss of control of bowel movements. If diarrhea is caused by an infection, people may also experience: Bloody stools, vomiting, fever and chills, light-headedness and dizziness. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration and malabsorption, each of which have their own symptoms. Signs of dehydration include: extreme thirst, urinating less frequently than normal, dark-colored urine, dry mouth, fatigue, sunken eyes or cheeks, feeling faint, and a decreased skin turgor. Symptoms of malabsorption include bloating, gas, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, changes in appetite, weight loss, and fatty stools. While occasional bouts of diarrhea are common and not cause for concern, diarrhea can become dangerous if it leads to severe dehydration. It can also signal an infection or a more serious health issue. Visit your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: Diarrhea that lasts more than two days, diarrhea accompanied by a fever of 102 degrees F or higher, six or more loose stools in 24 hours, severe, unbearable pain in the abdomen or rectum, bloody stools or stools that are black and tarry or contain pus, diarrhea accompanied by frequent vomiting, signs of dehydration. Infants, toddlers, and young children should be taken to the doctor if they have any of these symptoms or diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours. Older adults and people with compromised immune systems should also seek medical care if they have diarrhea.
  • #1 Dysentery – Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
    https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/digestive-health/dysentery
    Dysentery causes irritation and inflammation of the intestines that may result in a number of symptoms. The signs and symptoms of dysentery can last five to seven days or even longer. The course of the illness varies among individuals, as do symptoms. Some people suffering with dysentery have mild symptoms, while others may have severe diarrhea with or without vomiting that can pose a risk of dehydration. […] As the dysentery infection progresses, other symptoms, including symptoms of dehydration, may develop. Other possible symptoms include: Decreased urine output, Dry skin and mucous membranes (such as dry mouth), Feeling very thirsty, Fever and chills, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness (loss of strength), Weight loss. […] On rare occasions, dehydration resulting from dysentery may be so severe that a life-threatening situation can develop. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of the following symptoms: Change in level of consciousness or alertness, such as passing out or unresponsiveness, Change in mental status or sudden behavior change, such as confusion, delirium, lethargy, hallucinations and delusions, High fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit), Rapid heart rate (tachycardia), Severe abdominal pain, Severe dizziness.
  • #1 What is Dysentery: Exploring its Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
    https://www.maxhealthcare.in/blogs/dysentery-types-symptoms-and-causes
    Systemic infection: In severe cases, the bacteria or parasites causing dysentery can enter the bloodstream, leading to a systemic infection. This can result in a condition known as sepsis, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment. […] Untreated dysentery can result in significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare or in populations with compromised immune systems. Therefore, prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential to prevent complications and promote recovery.
  • #1 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
    https://www.truemeds.in/diseases/digestive/dysentery-81
    Symptoms of bacillary dysentery may include: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Painful stomach cramps (abdominal pain). In severe cases, complications can include extreme inflammation, dilation of the large intestine (toxic megacolon), and acute kidney disease, which require urgent medical attention. […] Dysentery can result in various complications, particularly if left untreated or in individuals with weakened immune systems. Some of these complications include: Dehydration, Electrolyte imbalance, Malnutrition, Systemic infection, Rectal prolapse. […] The treatment for dysentery depends on whether it is amebic or bacillary in nature. Bacillary dysentery, caused by bacterial infections (such as Shigella or Escherichia coli), can often resolve on its own within a week. However, in more severe cases, antimicrobials like norfloxacin or cotrimoxazole may be necessary to fight the bacteria.
  • #1 Symptoms & Causes of Diarrhea – NIDDK
    https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/diarrhea/symptoms-causes
    Diarrhea causes similar symptoms for adults and children, such as loose, watery stools three or more times a day, or more often than what is normal for you. […] Symptoms of diarrhea caused by some infections may also include bloody stools, fever and chills, lightheadedness and dizziness, vomiting. […] Diarrhea can become dangerous if it leads to severe dehydration. […] Talk with a doctor right away if you or an adult or child in your care has symptoms such as change in mental state, such as irritability or lack of energy, frequent vomiting, severe pain in the abdomen or rectum, stools that are black and tarry or contain red blood or pus, symptoms of dehydration. […] Seek a doctor’s help right away if the child has diarrhea and is younger than 12 months, was born prematurely, or has a history of other medical conditions.
  • #1
    https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/diarrhoeal-disease
    Diarrhoea is usually a symptom of an infection in the intestinal tract, which can be caused by a variety of bacterial, viral and parasitic organisms. […] Diarrhoea is defined as the passage of 3 or more loose or liquid stools per day (or more frequent passage than is normal for the individual). […] There are 3 clinical types of diarrhoea: acute watery diarrhoea lasts several hours or days and includes cholera, acute bloody diarrhoea also called dysentery, persistent diarrhoea lasts 14 days or longer. […] Diarrhoea is a leading cause of malnutrition in children under 5 years old. […] Children who die from diarrhoea often suffer from underlying malnutrition, which makes them more vulnerable to diarrhoea. Each diarrhoeal episode, in turn, makes their malnutrition even worse.
  • #1 Miscellaneous Symptoms and Prevention of Dysentery in Children – EMC Healthcare – SAME
    https://www.emc.id/en/care-plus/prevent-dysentery-in-children-understand-the-various-symptoms-and-prevention
    Dysentery is an infection of the intestine that causes diarrhea which can sometimes be accompanied by blood or mucus which is generally experienced by children or toddlers. […] Diarrhea is one of the symptoms of dysentery which makes the sufferer continue to have watery bowel movements and occurs more than three times or more than 24 hours. Apart from diarrhea, there are several other symptoms of dysentery, such as stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting. […] Dysentery sufferers must still be vigilant because in general dysentery can cause dehydration and even death if not treated immediately. Dehydration is the main cause of death in children who experience diarrhea and vomiting.
  • #1 Related conditions – Dysentery – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis – MedBroadcast.com
    https://medbroadcast.com/channel/infection/related-conditions/dysentery
    Dysentery is a painful intestinal infection causing diarrhea with blood, pus, and mucus. It can be amoebic (parasite) or bacillary (bacteria), often occurring in hot countries with poor sanitation. […] The main symptom of dysentery is frequent near-liquid diarrhea flecked with blood, mucus, or pus. Other symptoms include sudden onset of high fever (at least 100.4F or 38C) and chills, abdominal pain, cramps and bloating, flatulence (passing gas), urgency to pass stool, feeling of incomplete emptying, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. […] Mild cases of bacillary dysentery may last 4 to 8 days, while severe cases may last 3 to 6 weeks. Amoebiasis starts more gradually and usually lasts about 2 weeks. […] Bacillary dysentery symptoms begin within 2 to 10 days of infection. In children, the illness starts with fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.
  • #1 Dysentery – Types, Causes, Symptoms, Complications and Treatment
    https://www.vedantu.com/biology/dysentery
    Diarrhoea with blood, pus, or mucus, generally accompanied by stomach discomfort, is known as dysentery. It normally lasts between three and seven days. Dysentery is a gastrointestinal illness that results in bloody diarrhoea. Dysentery is caused by parasites or bacteria. […] Symptoms might appear one to three days after being infected. Symptoms may take more time to occur in some individuals. The symptoms of each form of dysentery are slightly different. Dysentery is characterized by regular, near-liquid diarrhoea flecked with blood, mucus, or pus. As there is the presence of blood in stool, it is often known as blood dysentery. Other signs and symptoms include: […] Symptoms of bacillary dysentery appear 2 to 10 days after infection. Fever, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhoea are common symptoms in youngsters. With blood, mucus, and pus in the child’s stool, diarrhoea can last up to an hour. If not addressed, vomiting and diarrhoea can cause quick and severe dehydration, which can lead to life-threatening complications.
  • #1 Travellers’ diarrhea – Canada.ca
    https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/diarrhea.html
    Symptoms depend on the bacteria, parasite or virus that has caused the illness. […] In addition to diarrhea, they usually include fever, nausea, vomiting, bloating, abdominal cramping and an urgent need to use the bathroom. […] Generally, the symptoms go away in a few days without treatment. […] In more severe and rare cases, travellers’ diarrhea can lead to dehydration and death. This is a particular concern for children, the elderly and individuals with chronic diseases or weakened immune systems. […] If you have blood in your stool, you should seek medical attention, even if your other symptoms are not very severe.
  • #1 Diarrhea: Symptoms, Causes & How to Get Rid of Diarrhea
    https://www.emedicinehealth.com/diarrhea/article_em.htm
    Diarrhea and related complications can cause severe illness. The most significant cause of severe illness is the loss of water and electrolytes. […] If diarrhea leads to dehydration, it is a sign of a potentially serious disease. […] If a person has severe diarrhea, especially accompanied with dehydration, he or she may require hospitalization to receive IV fluids and to be observed. […] The prognosis for diarrhea is generally good and in most cases, symptoms will resolve in a few days. […] If your diarrhea gets worse, or if you have a high fever, abdominal pain, or bloody stools contact your doctor. […] Health care professionals usually see serious and life-threatening diarrheal disease in people who become severely dehydrated, particularly infants, the elderly, people with compromised immune systems, or other people with significant medical illnesses.
  • #1 Dysentery – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis – MedBroadcast.com
    https://medbroadcast.com/condition/getcondition/dysentery
    People with amoebic dysentery may experience other problems associated with amoebiasis. The most frequent complication results when parasites spread to the liver, causing an amoebic abscess. In this case, you would have a high fever and experience weight loss and right shoulder or upper abdominal pain. If the infection of the bowel is especially virulent, the intestinal ulcerations may lead to bowel perforation and death.
  • #1 Gastroenteritis – shigellosis | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/gastroenteritis-shigella
    Common symptoms include diarrhoea that may contain blood, mucus or pus, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting. […] After incubating (bacteria multiplying) in the body for around one to three days, the infection causes the characteristic symptoms. These symptoms last for about four to seven days. […] The symptoms of shigellosis include: diarrhoea (which may contain traces of pus, mucus or blood), fever, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, dizziness when standing up. […] The symptoms of shigellosis may clear up after a week or so, but the person can have Shigella bacteria in their faeces for at least four weeks after the symptoms stop. Occasionally, a person may excrete the bacteria for months after the symptoms have stopped.
  • #1 Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea – Harvard Health
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/antibiotic-associated-diarrhea-a-to-z
    If you have a more dramatic change in your bowel bacteria, and C. difficile bacteria begin to overgrow, your symptoms can include: […] watery diarrhea […] crampy abdominal pain […] abdominal tenderness […] fever […] pus or blood in your diarrhea (if your illness progresses to C. difficile colitis). […] In some cases, fever and abdominal pain develop several days before diarrhea starts. […] Diarrhea caused by the C. difficile toxin usually starts while you are taking an antibiotic, but the diarrhea may be delayed and start a few weeks after you have stopped taking the medication. […] C. difficile diarrhea usually begins to subside within the first 72 hours of treatment with medication. However, some people develop severe symptoms with a longer recovery time. C. difficile diarrhea can recur despite adequate initial therapy. […] Call your doctor promptly if you have been taking antibiotics and you develop any of the following symptoms: […] more than five loose stools or episodes of diarrhea per day […] high-volume, watery diarrhea […] a fever […] abdominal pain or tenderness […] blood or pus in your stool.
  • #1 Miscellaneous Symptoms and Prevention of Dysentery in Children – EMC Healthcare – SAME
    https://www.emc.id/en/care-plus/prevent-dysentery-in-children-understand-the-various-symptoms-and-prevention
  • #1 Dysentery: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/digestive-health/dysentery
    Dysentery is an intestinal infection that causes severe diarrhea with blood. In some cases, mucus may be found in the stool. This usually lasts for 3 to 7 days. […] Other symptoms may include: abdominal cramps or pain, nausea, vomiting, fever of 100.4F (38C) or higher, dehydration, which can become life-threatening if left untreated. […] If left untreated, dysentery can lead to severe dehydration and become life-threatening. […] Most people with amebic dysentery are sick for anywhere from a few days to several weeks. If you suspect amebic dysentery, it’s important to get immediate medical attention. Your doctor must prescribe medication to get rid of the parasite that causes this type of dysentery.
  • #1 Symptoms & Causes of Chronic Diarrhea in Children – NIDDK
    https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/chronic-diarrhea-children/symptoms-causes
    Celiac disease can cause chronic diarrhea in children of any age. […] Toddlers diarrhea is a common cause of chronic diarrhea in toddlers (ages 1 to 3), and preschool-age children (ages 3 to 5). […] The most common symptoms of IBS are abdominal pain, discomfort, or cramping; along with diarrhea, constipation, or both. […] Food allergies, lactose intolerance, fructose intolerance, and sucrose intolerance are common causes of chronic diarrhea. […] The two main types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These disorders can affect children at any age.
  • #1 Centre for Health Protection – Bacillary Dysentery
    https://www.chp.gov.hk/en/healthtopics/content/24/14.html
    Infection by Shigella can be asymptomatic or only cause mild symptoms. For patients who develop bacillary dysentery, they often present with fever, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. The stool may contain blood and mucus. […] Rare complications include reactive arthritis and acute kidney disease. […] The incubation period is usually 1 – 3 days, but can be up to 7 days.
  • #1 Amebiasis – NYC Health
    https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/amebiasis.page
    If you are exposed to this parasite, you can experience mild or severe symptoms, or no symptoms at all. […] Symptoms can begin a few days to a few months after exposure. However, symptoms usually appear two to four weeks after exposure. Common symptoms include nausea, diarrhea and stomach pain and cramping. […] Amebic dysentery is a severe form of amebiasis that can cause frequent stools with blood or mucus, stomach pain and fever. Rarely, the parasite will spread and cause a more serious infection, such as a liver abscess. […] Once infected, you can carry and shed the parasite for years, often without symptoms.
  • #1 Dysentery: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-dysentery-causes-and-treatments-for-dysentery-5087810
    Dysentery is most common in warm climates and in places where its difficult to follow proper sanitation guidelines, including handwashing. […] Dysentery is commonly treated with antibiotics, although it sometimes resolves on its own. Over-the-counter medicines containing bismuth subsalicylate, such as Pepto Bismol or Kaopectate, may help relieve dysentery symptoms. However, medications containing loperamide, such as Imodium, can interfere with movement of the intestines and should be avoided.
  • #2 What Is Dysentery: Dysentery Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention
    https://flebo.in/health/dysentery-disease-causes-symptoms-prevention-treatment/
    Dysentery is a bacterial or parasite infection in the intestines that causes diarrhea. It results in blood, pus, and mucus in stool. The bacterial infection and pain in the intestines usually last for 3-7 days. It causes severe inflammation of the intestines. […] Dysentery can sometimes be asymptomatic or you might have some mild symptoms like stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. These symptoms may look similar to that of food poisoning or regular diarrhea. However, if you experience abdominal pain and diarrhea for weeks, it can be an indication of dysentery. Some more common symptoms of dysentery are given below: Bloating, Flatulence, Fever and chills, Dehydration, Dry skin, Frequent thirst, Swollen liver, Weight loss, Weakness, Dizziness, Rapid heartbeat. […] Dysentery is a bacterial infection that causes pus, mucus, and blood in stools. Some common dysentery symptoms include fever, dizziness, diarrhea, dehydration, weakness, abdominal pain, and stomach cramps. The majority of the time, dysentery treatment can be done at home by taking plenty of fluids. It usually gets better in 3-7 days. However, if you have a severe case of diarrhea because of dysentery, it is best to consult a doctor and get a stool test or blood test done to confirm the type of dysentery.
  • #2 Dysentery: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, & Treatment
    https://www.health.com/dysentery-7970836
    Dysentery is a gastrointestinal infection that causes bloody diarrhea. It leads to abdominal pain, cramping, loose, bloody stools, fever, nausea, and vomiting. […] Dysentery symptoms can vary, depending on the type and severity of the infection. Common dysentery symptoms include: Frequent diarrhea, Abdominal pain and cramping, High fever, Nausea, Vomiting, Fatigue, Weakness. […] Bacillary dysentery symptoms usually develop within 1-2 days after exposure and last about a week. Some people may have symptoms that linger for several months, even with treatment. […] Symptoms usually develop within 2-4 weeks after infection and last about two weeks with treatment. Without treatment, symptoms may come and go until treated. […] Dysentery is a gastrointestinal infection that causes inflammation in the lining of the intestines, leading to symptoms like bloody diarrhea and abdominal pain.
  • #2 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23567-dysentery
    Dysentery symptoms include diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, weight loss and stomach cramps. […] Dysentery is characterized by diarrhea, high fever, weight loss, an upset stomach and nausea and vomiting. […] Dysentery symptoms vary slightly according to what type of dysentery you have. […] Mild symptoms of amoebic dysentery may include: Diarrhea, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Weight loss, Upset stomach. […] Symptoms of bacillary dysentery may include: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Painful stomach cramps (abdominal pain). […] If you have severe dysentery, complications may include extreme inflammation, widening (dilation) of your large intestine and acute kidney disease. […] Without proper treatment, dysentery may be fatal. […] If you have dysentery symptoms for more than a few days, contact your healthcare provider.
  • #2 Dysentery: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/digestive-health/dysentery
    Dysentery is an intestinal infection that causes severe diarrhea with blood. In some cases, mucus may be found in the stool. This usually lasts for 3 to 7 days. […] Other symptoms may include: abdominal cramps or pain, nausea, vomiting, fever of 100.4F (38C) or higher, dehydration, which can become life-threatening if left untreated. […] If left untreated, dysentery can lead to severe dehydration and become life-threatening. […] Most people with amebic dysentery are sick for anywhere from a few days to several weeks. If you suspect amebic dysentery, it’s important to get immediate medical attention. Your doctor must prescribe medication to get rid of the parasite that causes this type of dysentery.
  • #2 Dysentery | Apollo Hospitals
    https://www.apollohospitals.com/patient-care/health-and-lifestyle/diseases-and-conditions/dysentery/
    Dysentery is an intestinal inflammation that usually takes place in the in the colon, and can result in severe diarrhoea with mucus or blood in the faeces. […] The most common signs and symptoms of dysentery include: Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Fatigue, Fever, Chills, Watery diarrhoea which may contain blood, mucus or pus, Painful passing of stools, Intermittent constipation. […] If symptoms are not severe and the doctor determines it is Bacillary dysentery (Shigella), there is little or no medication required and the illness goes away within a week. If your doctor diagnoses amoebic dysentery, you will be probably start with a 10-day course of an antimicrobial medication, such as Flagyl (metronidazole).
  • #2 Dysentery – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dysentery
    In extreme cases, people may pass more than one liter of fluid per hour. More often, individuals will complain of diarrhea with blood, accompanied by extreme abdominal pain, rectal pain and a low-grade fever. Rapid weight loss and muscle aches sometimes also accompany dysentery, while nausea and vomiting are rare. […] With correct treatment, most cases of amoebic and bacterial dysentery subside within 10 days, and most individuals achieve a full recovery within two to four weeks after beginning proper treatment. If the disease is left untreated, the prognosis varies with the immune status of the individual patient and the severity of disease. Extreme dehydration can delay recovery and significantly raises the risk for serious complications including death.
  • #2 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Preventions
    https://www.felixhospital.com/blogs/dysentery
    Dysentery is characterized by severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and sometimes the presence of blood in the stool. […] The symptoms of dysentery can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the infection. Here are some common symptoms associated with dysentery: […] Dysentery is characterized by frequent and often bloody bowel movements. The stool may contain mucus and pus, and it is typically loose or watery. […] Cramping or abdominal pain is a common symptom of dysentery. The pain may range from mild discomfort to severe and debilitating. […] Dysentery can cause a persistent feeling of incomplete bowel movements or the urge to pass stool even after having a bowel movement. […] In some cases, dysentery may be accompanied by a fever. The body’s immune response to the infection can result in an elevated body temperature.
  • #2 Bacillary Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22617-bacillary-dysentery
    Bacillary dysentery is a gastrointestinal disease caused by bacterial infection. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, fever, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting. […] With bacillary dysentery, a bacterial infection becomes more invasive and severe, causing inflammation in the intestines. Symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening. […] The symptoms of bacillary dysentery range from mild to severe, including: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Painful stomach cramps, Nausea and vomiting. Complications of severe disease include extreme inflammation, dilation (widening) of the large intestine and acute kidney disease. […] Some people with bacillary dysentery feel better in a few days without medical treatment. Others develop serious complications, and the condition can be life-threatening.
  • #2 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
    https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/what-is-dysentery
    Symptoms can show up 1-3 days after you get infected. In some people, the symptoms take longer to appear. Others never get symptoms. […] Each type of dysentery has slightly different symptoms. […] Bacillary dysentery causes symptoms like: Diarrhea with belly cramps, Fever, Nausea and vomiting, Blood or mucus in the diarrhea. […] Amoebic dysentery usually doesn’t cause symptoms. If you do feel sick, you’ll notice problems 2-4 weeks after you’re infected, such as: Nausea, Diarrhea, Belly cramps, Weight loss, Fever. […] Rarely, amoebic dysentery leads to more serious problems like liver abscess, which is a collection of pus in the liver. Symptoms include: Nausea and vomiting, Fever, Pain in the upper right part of the belly, Weight loss, Swollen liver. […] Call your doctor if diarrhea, cramps, and other symptoms are severe, or if they don’t get better within a week. Let your doctor know if you recently traveled to a country where dysentery is common.
  • #2 Amebiasis (amebic dysentery)
    https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/amebiasis/fact_sheet.htm
    Amebiasis is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a microscopic (tiny) parasite called Entamoeba histolytica, which is spread through human feces (poop). Often there are no symptoms, but, sometimes it causes diarrhea (loose stool/poop), nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), and weight loss. […] The majority of people who are infected with this parasite will experience no symptoms. Those who do become sick may experience mild or severe symptoms. The mild form of amebiasis includes nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), diarrhea (loose stool/poop), weight loss, stomach tenderness, and occasional fever. Rarely, the parasite will spread the body beyond the intestines and cause a more serious infection, such as a liver abscess (a collection of pus). The symptoms may develop a few days to a few months after exposure but usually within two to four weeks.
  • #2 Amoebiasis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
    https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/travellers-diarrhoea-leaflet/amoebiasis
    9 out of 10 people with amoebiasis do not develop any symptoms. Wśród tych, którzy rozwijają objawy, najczęstszym objawem jest biegunka, która może być krwawa. […] Objawy dysenterii amebowej obejmują: ciężki ból brzucha, biegunkę, która często zawiera krew i śluz. […] Objawy mogą trwać przez kilka tygodni. […] W rzadkich przypadkach może rozwinąć się fulminantna colitis, co powoduje ciężką chorobę i ma gorsze rokowanie.
  • #2 Centre for Health Protection – Bacillary Dysentery
    https://www.chp.gov.hk/en/healthtopics/content/24/14.html
    Infection by Shigella can be asymptomatic or only cause mild symptoms. For patients who develop bacillary dysentery, they often present with fever, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. The stool may contain blood and mucus. […] Rare complications include reactive arthritis and acute kidney disease. […] The incubation period is usually 1 – 3 days, but can be up to 7 days.
  • #2 Dysentery: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-dysentery-causes-and-treatments-for-dysentery-5087810
    Dysentery is severe diarrhea that may contain visible blood or mucus. Its caused by bacteria and must be treated with an antibiotic. […] Dysentery is severe diarrhea that is caused by infection. The infection in the intestines causes diarrhea and occasionally vomiting, and can lead to dehydration because people with the condition lose so much fluid. […] The most common in the United States, and around the world is bacillary dysentery. This type, caused by the bacteria from the family Shigella, is also known as shigellosis. Shigella symptoms generally begin 1-2 days after coming into contact with the bacteria, then last for a week. They include: Diarrhea that may or may not be bloody, Fever, Stomach pain. […] The symptoms of amebiasis appear 2-4 weeks or more after exposure to the parasite. They include: Diarrhea, Stomach cramping and pain, Fever (in the case of amebic dysentery).
  • #2 Amebiasis – NYC Health
    https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/amebiasis.page
    If you are exposed to this parasite, you can experience mild or severe symptoms, or no symptoms at all. […] Symptoms can begin a few days to a few months after exposure. However, symptoms usually appear two to four weeks after exposure. Common symptoms include nausea, diarrhea and stomach pain and cramping. […] Amebic dysentery is a severe form of amebiasis that can cause frequent stools with blood or mucus, stomach pain and fever. Rarely, the parasite will spread and cause a more serious infection, such as a liver abscess. […] Once infected, you can carry and shed the parasite for years, often without symptoms.
  • #2 Dysentery – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
    https://www.pharmachoice.com/condition/dysentery/
    Dysentery is defined as diarrhea in which there is blood, pus, and mucous, usually accompanied by abdominal pain. It usually lasts for 3 to 7 days. […] The main symptom of dysentery is frequent near-liquid diarrhea flecked with blood, mucus, or pus. Other symptoms include sudden onset of high fever (at least 100.4F or 38C) and chills, abdominal pain, cramps and bloating, flatulence (passing gas), urgency to pass stool, feeling of incomplete emptying, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. […] Mild cases of bacillary dysentery may last 4 to 8 days, while severe cases may last 3 to 6 weeks. Amoebiasis starts more gradually and usually lasts about 2 weeks. […] Bacillary dysentery symptoms begin within 2 to 10 days of infection. In children, the illness starts with fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.
  • #2 Dysentery – Pharmasave – Pharmasave
    https://pharmasave.com/health/diseases/dysentery/
    Dysentery is defined as diarrhea in which there is blood, pus, and mucous, usually accompanied by abdominal pain. It usually lasts for 3 to 7 days. […] The main symptom of dysentery is frequent near-liquid diarrhea flecked with blood, mucus, or pus. Other symptoms include: sudden onset of high fever (at least 100.4°F or 38°C) and chills, abdominal pain, cramps and bloating, flatulence (passing gas), urgency to pass stool, feeling of incomplete emptying, loss of appetite, weight loss, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. […] Mild cases of bacillary dysentery may last 4 to 8 days, while severe cases may last 3 to 6 weeks. Amoebiasis starts more gradually and usually lasts about 2 weeks. […] Bacillary dysentery symptoms begin within 2 to 10 days of infection. In children, the illness starts with fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.
  • #2 Diarrhoea – symptoms, causes, self care and treatments | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/diarrhoea
    Diarrhoea may cause dehydration because more fluids are lost than normal. It can also lead to an imbalance in electrolytes (salts and minerals your body needs to function properly.) […] Ongoing diarrhoea can make it difficult for you to absorb nutrients from food and can lead to malnutrition. […] Some people may develop temporary lactose intolerance after an episode of diarrhoea or gastroenteritis. See your doctor if the symptoms continue for more than a couple of weeks.
  • #2 Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
    https://www.truemeds.in/diseases/digestive/dysentery-81
    Symptoms of bacillary dysentery may include: Diarrhea containing blood or mucus, High fever, Nausea and vomiting, Painful stomach cramps (abdominal pain). In severe cases, complications can include extreme inflammation, dilation of the large intestine (toxic megacolon), and acute kidney disease, which require urgent medical attention. […] Dysentery can result in various complications, particularly if left untreated or in individuals with weakened immune systems. Some of these complications include: Dehydration, Electrolyte imbalance, Malnutrition, Systemic infection, Rectal prolapse. […] The treatment for dysentery depends on whether it is amebic or bacillary in nature. Bacillary dysentery, caused by bacterial infections (such as Shigella or Escherichia coli), can often resolve on its own within a week. However, in more severe cases, antimicrobials like norfloxacin or cotrimoxazole may be necessary to fight the bacteria.
  • #2 Dysentery – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis – MedBroadcast.com
    https://medbroadcast.com/condition/getcondition/dysentery
    People with amoebic dysentery may experience other problems associated with amoebiasis. The most frequent complication results when parasites spread to the liver, causing an amoebic abscess. In this case, you would have a high fever and experience weight loss and right shoulder or upper abdominal pain. If the infection of the bowel is especially virulent, the intestinal ulcerations may lead to bowel perforation and death.
  • #2 Know the Symptoms of Diarrhea and When to See a Doctor
    https://www.everydayhealth.com/diarrhea/know-symptoms-diarrhea-when-see-doctor/
    Diarrhea is a common, unpleasant ailment that everyone suffers from at least occasionally. In the majority of cases, it will last a few days, but diarrhea that sticks around for weeks or longer can indicate a serious health problem requiring medical attention. The main symptom of diarrhea is passing loose, watery stool that occurs three or more times a day. Someone with diarrhea may also experience one or more of the following symptoms: Pain or cramping in the abdomen, an urgent need to go to the bathroom, nausea, bloating, anal irritation, a loss of control of bowel movements. If diarrhea is caused by an infection, people may also experience: Bloody stools, vomiting, fever and chills, light-headedness and dizziness. Diarrhea can lead to dehydration and malabsorption, each of which have their own symptoms. Signs of dehydration include: extreme thirst, urinating less frequently than normal, dark-colored urine, dry mouth, fatigue, sunken eyes or cheeks, feeling faint, and a decreased skin turgor. Symptoms of malabsorption include bloating, gas, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, changes in appetite, weight loss, and fatty stools. While occasional bouts of diarrhea are common and not cause for concern, diarrhea can become dangerous if it leads to severe dehydration. It can also signal an infection or a more serious health issue. Visit your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: Diarrhea that lasts more than two days, diarrhea accompanied by a fever of 102 degrees F or higher, six or more loose stools in 24 hours, severe, unbearable pain in the abdomen or rectum, bloody stools or stools that are black and tarry or contain pus, diarrhea accompanied by frequent vomiting, signs of dehydration. Infants, toddlers, and young children should be taken to the doctor if they have any of these symptoms or diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours. Older adults and people with compromised immune systems should also seek medical care if they have diarrhea.
  • #2 Miscellaneous Symptoms and Prevention of Dysentery in Children – EMC Healthcare – SAME
    https://www.emc.id/en/care-plus/prevent-dysentery-in-children-understand-the-various-symptoms-and-prevention
    Dysentery is an infection of the intestine that causes diarrhea which can sometimes be accompanied by blood or mucus which is generally experienced by children or toddlers. […] Diarrhea is one of the symptoms of dysentery which makes the sufferer continue to have watery bowel movements and occurs more than three times or more than 24 hours. Apart from diarrhea, there are several other symptoms of dysentery, such as stomach cramps, nausea and vomiting. […] Dysentery sufferers must still be vigilant because in general dysentery can cause dehydration and even death if not treated immediately. Dehydration is the main cause of death in children who experience diarrhea and vomiting.
  • #2 Bacillary Dysentery: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22617-bacillary-dysentery
  • #2 Dysentery: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment | Metropolis Healthcare
    https://www.metropolisindia.com/blog/preventive-healthcare/dysentery-symptoms-causes-types-treatment-and-prevention-tips
    Recovery times differ by dysentery type. Amoebiasis patients usually improve in 14 days, while bacillary dysentery patients recover in one week. […] Dysentery can be challenging, but it is manageable. Most people recover successfully with proper diagnosis and treatment. However, untreated amoebiasis can cause severe health threats and can even be fatal.
  • #2 Travellers’ diarrhea – Canada.ca
    https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/diarrhea.html
    Symptoms depend on the bacteria, parasite or virus that has caused the illness. […] In addition to diarrhea, they usually include fever, nausea, vomiting, bloating, abdominal cramping and an urgent need to use the bathroom. […] Generally, the symptoms go away in a few days without treatment. […] In more severe and rare cases, travellers’ diarrhea can lead to dehydration and death. This is a particular concern for children, the elderly and individuals with chronic diseases or weakened immune systems. […] If you have blood in your stool, you should seek medical attention, even if your other symptoms are not very severe.
  • #2 Gastroenteritis – shigellosis | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/gastroenteritis-shigella
    Common symptoms include diarrhoea that may contain blood, mucus or pus, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting. […] After incubating (bacteria multiplying) in the body for around one to three days, the infection causes the characteristic symptoms. These symptoms last for about four to seven days. […] The symptoms of shigellosis include: diarrhoea (which may contain traces of pus, mucus or blood), fever, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, dizziness when standing up. […] The symptoms of shigellosis may clear up after a week or so, but the person can have Shigella bacteria in their faeces for at least four weeks after the symptoms stop. Occasionally, a person may excrete the bacteria for months after the symptoms have stopped.