Symptoms
Diarrhea with blood or mucus, severe abdominal cramps, fever, urgency to pass stool.
Cause
Bacterial (Shigella) or parasitic (amoeba) infection from contaminated food or water.
Prevention
Practice good hand hygiene, drink safe water, wash fruits/vegetables thoroughly before eating.
Treatment
Oral rehydration, antibiotics or anti-parasitic medication as prescribed based on the cause, light diet. Commonly used medicines: metronidazole (amoebic) or ciprofloxacin (bacterial).
See a doctor if
Blood in stool, high fever, or severe dehydration — needs prompt medical evaluation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Dysentery?
Diarrhea with blood or mucus, severe abdominal cramps, fever, urgency to pass stool.
What causes Dysentery?
Bacterial (Shigella) or parasitic (amoeba) infection from contaminated food or water.
How can Dysentery be prevented?
Practice good hand hygiene, drink safe water, wash fruits/vegetables thoroughly before eating.
What is the treatment for Dysentery?
Oral rehydration, antibiotics or anti-parasitic medication as prescribed based on the cause, light diet. Commonly used medicines: metronidazole (amoebic) or ciprofloxacin (bacterial).
When should I see a doctor for Dysentery?
Blood in stool, high fever, or severe dehydration — needs prompt medical evaluation.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10