Pathogens
Shigella species

Shigella species

Precautions

See 'Additional Information'

Susceptibilities

General Information

Aerobic gram negative rod.

  • Human/animal reservoir
  • Contaminated water
  • Often travel related
  • Outbreaks - e.g. Daycare
  • Infectious colitis - dysenteric
  • HUS
  • Reactive Arthritis
  • Bacteremia
  • Intra-abdominal abscess

Precautions:

  • Adult: Routine Practices
  • Pediatric and adults who are incontinent or have poor hygiene: Contact Precautions

Most require treatment.

Food handlers require proof of clearance before return to work.