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Shigella is a serious bacterial infection that spreads rapidly through contaminated food and water. Frequently reported in Kerala, this infection can weaken the body much more quickly than ordinary diarrhea. If not diagnosed and treated promptly, it can lead to severe complications that may even affect internal organs.
In this video, Dr. Anup Menon, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at Amrita Hospital, explains why it is important to seek medical attention as soon as symptoms appear and discusses the risks associated with self-medication.

Dr. Saritha Sekhar S, Amrita Hospital