BACILLARY DYSENTERIES Meaning and
Definition
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Bacillary dysenteries, also known as bacterial dysenteries, refer to a group of infectious diseases that primarily affect the intestinal tract, causing severe inflammation and resulting in symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and occasionally bleeding in the stool. The term "bacillary" derives from the causative agents of these diseases, which are various species of bacteria belonging to the genus Shigella.
This group of bacteria includes four main species: Shigella sonnei, Shigella flexneri, Shigella boydii, and Shigella dysenteriae, each exhibiting distinct characteristics and geographical distribution. Bacillary dysenteries are commonly transmitted through the fecal-oral route, often as a consequence of poor sanitation practices or contaminated food and water sources. These bacteria can survive and multiply within the colon, leading to an invasion of the intestinal lining and subsequent inflammation.
The symptoms of bacillary dysenteries typically manifest within a few days of exposure and can range from mild to severe, depending on the strain of Shigella involved and the individual's immune response. Complications may include dehydration, malnutrition, and in rare cases, bloodstream infections or complications affecting other organs.
Diagnosis of bacillary dysenteries involves clinical evaluation, laboratory tests, and identification of the specific Shigella strain through stool culture. Treatment primarily revolves around supportive care to manage symptoms like diarrhea and to prevent dehydration. In some cases, antibiotics may be prescribed to alleviate the severity and duration of symptoms and to reduce the transmission of the bacteria to others.
Prevention of bacillary dysenteries involves promoting proper hygiene practices, including handwashing with soap, safe food handling, access to clean water and sanitation facilities, and public health interventions such as vaccination campaigns and public awareness programs.
Common Misspellings for BACILLARY DYSENTERIES
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Etymology of BACILLARY DYSENTERIES
The word "bacillary" in "bacillary dysenteries" refers to the causative agent of the infection, which is a specific type of bacteria called bacilli. The term "bacillus" comes from the Latin word "baculum" meaning "staff" or "rod". This is because bacillus bacteria are rod-shaped.
The term "dysentery" on the other hand can be traced back to the Greek word "dusenteria", which is a combination of "dys" meaning "difficult" or "painful", and "enteron" meaning "intestine". Dysentery is a gastrointestinal infection characterized by inflammation of the intestine leading to severe diarrhea with blood and mucus.
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