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What is Salmonella Infection?

Salmonella Infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. Salmonella bacteria typically live in animal and human intestines and are shed through stool (feces). Humans become infected most frequently through contaminated water or food.

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There are a number of symptoms of Salmonella Infection, which may include
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach (abdominal) cramps
  • Fever
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Chills
  • Headache
  • Blood in the stool

What are the complications of salmonella infections? Most people recover completely from a salmonella infection. Some people may develop a condition called reactive arthritis also known as Reiter's syndrome weeks or even months later. This causes joint pain, eye irritation, and painful urination.

Salmonella infection is caused by a group of salmonella bacteria called Salmonella. The bacteria are passed from feces of people or animals to other people or animals. Contaminated foods are often animal in origin. They include beef, poultry, seafood, milk, or eggs.

  • Wash your hands.
  • Keep your food preparation areas clean.
  • Avoid unpasteurized foods.
  • Cook and store your food at the appropriate temperatures.
  • Be careful when handling animals.
  • Use caution when swimming.
  • Do you suspect that you have a foodborne or waterborne illness?
  • International travel. Salmonella infection, including varieties that cause typhoid fever, is more common in developing countries with poor sanitation.
  • Owning, handling or petting animals. Some animals, particularly birds and reptiles, can carry salmonella bacteria.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Because salmonella infection can cause dehydration, treatment focuses on replacing lost fluids and electrolytes — minerals that balance the amount of water in the body. If dehydration is severe, emergency room care or hospitalization may be needed so that fluids can be delivered directly into a vein (intravenous).

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

Salmonella infection can be detected by testing a stool sample. However, most people have recovered from their symptoms by the time the test results return. If your health care provider suspects that you have a salmonella infection in your bloodstream, testing a sample of your blood for the bacteria may be needed

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