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dysentery

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun dysentery has 1 sense
  1. dysentery - an infection of the intestines marked by severe diarrhea
    --1 is a kind of
    infectious disease
    --1 has parts: diarrhea, diarrhoea, looseness of the bowels
    --1 has particulars:
     amebic dysentery, amoebic dysentery; shigellosis, bacillary dysentery

Definitions from the Web

Dysentery

Dysentery is a gastrointestinal infection that causes inflammation of the intestines and results in severe diarrhea.

Senses

Noun (Medical)
  1. Bacillary Dysentery: A type of dysentery caused by bacteria, characterized by blood and mucus in the stool.
  2. Amoebic Dysentery: A type of dysentery caused by protozoan parasites, resulting in frequent watery stools containing blood and mucus.
  3. Viral Dysentery: Dysentery caused by a viral infection, leading to inflammation and ulceration of the intestine.
Noun (General)
  1. Severe Diarrhea: A condition characterized by frequent and fluid bowel movements that often contain blood, mucus, or pus.

Sample Sentences

Bacillary Dysentery:
  1. The doctor diagnosed him with bacillary dysentery and prescribed antibiotics.
  2. It is crucial to maintain proper hygiene and sanitize food to prevent bacillary dysentery.
Amoebic Dysentery:
  1. Amoebic dysentery can be contracted by consuming contaminated water or food.
  2. She experienced intense stomach cramps due to amoebic dysentery.
Viral Dysentery:
  1. Viral dysentery typically resolves on its own with rest and supportive care.
  2. He contracted viral dysentery during his travels to a tropical region.
Severe Diarrhea:
  1. The child was hospitalized due to severe diarrhea and dehydration.
  2. She became weak and pale after suffering from severe diarrhea for several days.

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