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Which of the following is usually involved in infection with Shigella?

a. Abdominal cramping
b. Blood and mucus in stool
c. Diarrhea which is watery and urgent
d. All of these are usually involved

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Answer: b. Blood and mucus in stool

Step-by-step explanation:

Shigella infection (shigellosis) is an intestinal disease that is caused by the bacteria shigella. The infection is caused due to the consumption of contaminated food and water. The bacteria stays in the intestine and can be passed through the stool will spread the disease.

The sign and symptoms of the shigella infection includes:

Diarrhea

Blood and mucus in stool

Fever

Abdominal cramps

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