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Meaning of SHIGELLOSIS

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  an acute infection of the intestine by Shigella bacteria; characterized by diarrhea and fever and abdominal pains
 

SHIGELLOSIS is a 11 letter word that starts with S.

 

 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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