Meaning of SHIGELLOSIS

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  an acute infection of the intestine by Shigella bacteria; characterized by diarrhea and fever and abdominal pains
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	Synonyms:		bacillary dysentery
	See Also:		dysentery
Medical Dictionary
	Definition:		infection with the bacterium Shigella; usually causes a high fever, acute diarrhea, and dehydration.
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