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Complications of Dysentery

Young children and babies who have dysentery can quickly become dehydrated. It’s very important make sure they get plenty of fluids to replace those lost, or dysentery can be fatal.

Occasionally, amoebic dysentery can spread from the intestine through the bloodstream to other organs such as the liver, lungs and brain and can cause additional tissue damage. Surgery is usually needed if this happens.

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