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Shigella Dysenteriae Quiz
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Shigella Dysenteriae Quiz

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What is the primary mode of transmission for Shigella spp.?

  • Sexual transmission
  • Vector-borne transmission
  • Oral-fecal transmission (correct)
  • Airborne transmission

    • Which bacterium causes bacillary dysentery?

  • E. coli
  • Shigella (correct)
  • Campylobacter
  • Salmonella

    • What is the characteristic clinical sign of Shigella dysenteriae infection?

  • Watery diarrhea
  • Bloody diarrhea with pus (correct)
  • Vomiting
  • Yellowish stool

    • Which toxin produced by Shigella dysenteriae acts as an enterotoxin causing necrosis of colon cells?

    <p>Shiga toxin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for Shigella dysenteriae infection?

    <p>Ampicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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