Shigella (Pathogen )
Consider what makes your pathogen pathogenic!
What are the key virulence factors?
Are there typical “risk factors” associated with infections with this pathogen? For example, some pathogens target mainly children, some target immunosuppressed individuals.
What type(s) of infections does the pathogen cause? Are the infections associated with a particular body location or system?
Does it cause opportunistic infections?
What are the outcomes of infection? What makes this pathogen a health problem?
What are the typical host responses to your pathogen? ie) does it cause
inflammation? Immunosuppression? Septic shock? Are there long-term consequences (sequelae) for survivors?
Antibiotic and disinfectant resistance and susceptibility
What is known about the range of antibiotic/antiviral drug or disinfectant resistance of this pathogen?
What types of antimicrobial agents are effective against this pathogen?
Are specific sterilization and disinfection routines in place for dealing with this pathogen in healthcare settings?
