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Dysentery in the 1800s referred to an infectious disease characterized by severe diarrhea, often accompanied by blood and mucus in the stools. It was typically caused by bacteria, such as Shigella, or parasites like Entamoeba histolytica, and was prevalent in crowded, unsanitary conditions. The disease was especially common during military campaigns and outbreaks in urban areas, leading to high mortality rates. Treatment options were limited at the time, often involving hydration and herbal remedies, with little understanding of its microbial causes.

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