A dangerous bacterium causes diarrhea, blood in the stool, and convulsions: 'It is becoming almost incurable!'

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The number of cases of sexually transmitted shigellosis in the United Kingdom has risen sharply, according to a report by the Daily Mail. This bacterial infection causes severe diarrhea, blood in the stool, and abdominal cramps and is becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics, raising concerns among doctors that it could soon become nearly untreatable. The disease is caused by bacteria of the Shigella genus, which are traditionally spread through contaminated food or contact with feces-contaminated surfaces but are now more commonly transmitted through sexual contact, particularly among men who have sex with men. Data from the UK Health Security Agency show a nearly 25% increase in suspected cases between 2025 compared to previous years, with over half of all cases reported in London. Research published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases indicates that sexually transmitted strains of Shigella spread much faster and farther than other forms of the infection. Additionally, these strains are showing increasing resistance to common antibiotics used to treat the illness.

Bias read (Center): The article discusses a health issue related to a bacterial infection and its medical implications, including antibiotic resistance and transmission methods. It does not involve political figures, policies, or partisan issues. The content is primarily focused on public health data and scientific研究成果

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 70): The article presents factual information about rising cases of sexually transmitted shigellosis in the UK and antibiotic resistance, supported by data from UKHSA and research published in The Lancet. However, it uses emotionally charged language like 'postaje gotovo neizlječiva' and emphasizes alarm