Dysentery

Symptoms: Symptoms: Passing Soft or Liquid Abnormal Stools, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Cramp/Pain, Nausea/Vomiting, Fatigue, Loss of Appetite.

Medicines: Local Name: Dieng Kthang

Definition:

Dysentery is an infection in the intestines that causes blood and mucus while passing stools. The bacteria that cause dysentery is Shigella and Entamoeba (parasite). In severe case of infection; patients may experience other symptoms due to dehydration such as: decreased urine output, dry skin and mucous membrane, excessive thirst, fever and chills, muscle cramps, loss of strength, weight loss.

Theme: Traditional Treatment- Conditions

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