Antibiotics: To reduce duration of symptoms. May be given for seniors, infants, or people who have other diseases if it is not self-resolving.

Ciprofloxacin . Norfloxacin

Intravenous therapy:To replace loss fluid and minerals.

Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

• Avoid drugs that stop diarrhea or slow down the gut, loperamide or atropine as they can make shigellosis worse.
• Get adequate rest.
• Drink plenty of fluids/oral rehydrating solution to prevent dehydration.

Foods to eat:

• Consume lot of fluids

Foods to avoid:

• Salads, unwashed fruits and vegetables
• Milk
• Luncheon meat

Primary care physician

Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

Infectious disease specialist

Specializes in dealing with the diagnosis, control and treatment of infections.