Shigella Sonnei

Common name

Shigellosis

Type of disease

bacterial

Transmission/Infection

fecal-oral route through contaminated food, water, or contact with infected person

General signs and symptoms

watery or bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, urge to defecate

What body systems/organs are involved?

gastrointestinal system (colon)

Any toxins or virulence factors?

Shiga toxin and type III secretion system

How is agent commonly identified/confirmed?

Stool culture

What shape do each bacteria have?

Bacillus

Classic signs/symptoms

Bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal cramps

Treatment, cure, common antibiotics?

Rehydration and azithromycin (antibiotic)

How can transmission be prevented?

Good hygiene, proper sanitation, and safe food and water practices