Sexually transmitted diarrhoea spreading rapidly among gay men in UK
A surge in antibiotic-resistant Shigella infections among gay men in the UK has prompted health warnings regarding sexually transmitted diarrhoea.
What happened
A new study identifies a rapid spread of sexually transmitted shigellosis within certain networks of gay men in the UK. The infection is characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms and has been identified by experts as a distinct public health threat.
Coverage from outlets including the University of Cambridge, Sky News, and Medical Xpress emphasizes that a significant portion of these infections are resistant to antibiotics. Reports from The Times of India specify that 70% of the cases demonstrate such resistance.
Future developments will depend on the implementation of recommended prevention strategies. Coverage does not yet specify the scope of public health interventions or long-term clinical protocols to manage the antibiotic-resistant strains.
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Who reported it (8)
- Red-flag symptoms of sexually-transmitted tummy bug surging NOW…how to avoid The Sun · 47d ago
- Sexually transmitted diarrhea spreading rapidly among some networks of gay men in the UK, study finds Medical Xpress · 47d ago
- A British study warns of a rise in antibiotic-resistant Shigella infections among men who have sex with men Science Media Centre España · 48d ago
- UK study finds increased sexual transmission of shigellosis CIDRAP · 48d ago
- Sexually transmitted diarrhoea is spreading in the UK; 70% resistant to antibiotics: Who's at risk and what are the symptoms The Times of India · 48d ago
- Sexually transmitted diarrhoea spreading rapidly among some networks of gay men in the UK, study finds University of Cambridge · 48d ago
- Sexually transmitted gut infection shigella a 'distinct public health threat' to UK, experts warn Sky News · 48d ago
- Sexually transmitted diarrhoea spreading rapidly among gay men in UK PinkNews · 48d ago
Questions people are asking
What is the primary infection spreading in the UK?
The infection is identified as shigellosis, a form of sexually transmitted diarrhoea caused by the Shigella bacterium.
Who is currently identified as being at risk?
The study highlights that the rapid spread is occurring among some networks of gay men in the UK.
Is the infection treatable with standard antibiotics?
Coverage indicates that 70% of these cases are resistant to antibiotics, which experts identify as a significant public health challenge.
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