Clinical Course And Differential Diagnosis Of Dysentery
Keywords:
dysentery; shigellosis; differential diagnosis; bloody diarrhea; colitisAbstract
This review summarizes the clinical features and differential diagnosis of dysentery, primarily shigellosis, based on current literature. Despite declining incidence in some regions, dysentery remains a significant public health concern. The article outlines the disease course from incubation to severe forms, highlighting key symptoms such as bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and tenesmus. Special attention is given to vulnerable groups, including children and immunocompromised patients. Diagnostic approaches focus on laboratory confirmation and differentiation from other infectious and non-infectious causes of colitis, including amoebic dysentery, salmonellosis, campylobacteriosis, and Clostridioides difficile infection. Early diagnosis and accurate differentiation are essential for effective management and prevention of complications.
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