Intestinal Infection

Intestinal infections: diseases transmitted by the fecal-oral route

Infectious bowel diseases are a common problem throughout the world. The causative agents of such diseases are localized primarily in the intestines, and infection occurs through the fecal-oral transmission mechanism.

Among the most common intestinal infections are dysentery, typhoid fever, cholera, polio and others. Each of these diseases causes different symptoms and can have serious health consequences.

Dysentery is an infectious disease caused by the Shigella bacterium. Symptoms of dysentery include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever and general weakness. In severe cases, complications such as dehydration, hypovolemia and even sepsis are possible.

Typhoid fever is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. Symptoms of typhoid fever include fever, headache, nausea and vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, peritonitis, abscesses and other complications may develop.

Cholera is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Symptoms of cholera include loose diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration and low blood pressure. Without prompt treatment for cholera, serious complications such as cardiac and respiratory arrest can occur.

Poliomyelitis is an infectious disease caused by the polio virus. Symptoms of polio include fever, headache, muscle pain and paralysis. In severe cases, paralysis of the respiratory muscles may occur.

To prevent contracting intestinal infections, personal hygiene measures such as regular hand washing, especially after using the toilet, should be observed. It is also necessary to monitor the quality of drinking water and food, making sure they are properly processed and stored.

If symptoms of an intestinal infection appear, you should consult a doctor. Prompt diagnosis and treatment will help avoid serious complications and reduce the risk of transmitting the infection to others.

Infectious diseases that are caused by microorganisms localized in the intestinal tract are called intestinal infections. They are a group of diseases that have similar symptoms and treatments. To prevent contracting these infectious diseases, it is important to be aware of the main causes and modes of transmission of the diseases, as well as prevention methods.

The main source of infection with intestinal infections is fecal