Antibiotic-resistant strain of the Shigella bacteria detected in the U.S

In its warning, the CDC said Shigella is transmitted in several ways, including diaper changes, touching your mouth with the bacteria, sexual contact, and contaminated food and water.

Generally, people heal on their own, but those who have severe instances or underlying illnesses that compromise their immune systems may require antibiotic treatment.

The CDC issued the warning because the bacteria is highly transmissible, and medical professionals treating patients with the drug-resistant XDR strain of Shigella have few antibiotic treatment options.

According to the CDC, people with HIV, homeless people, international travelers, and men who have sex with men are significantly affected by the rise in antimicrobial-resistant Shigella infections.