shigellosis

Noun

1.

shigellosis - an acute infection of the intestine by Shigella bacteria; characterized by diarrhea and fever and abdominal pains Synonyms: bacillary dysentery

Pronunciation: (SHIH-geh-LOH-sis)

Infection with the bacterium Shigella. Usually causes a high fever, acute diarrhea, and dehydration. See also Gastroenteritis.

bacillary dysentery, dysentery