Bacterial — Intestinal Infection
About Salmonella
Salmonella is a common cause of food poisoning. The bacteria live in animal and human intestines and people are usually infected through contaminated food or water — most often beef, poultry, milk and eggs, though vegetables can also be contaminated. Pets, especially reptiles, chicks and small rodents, can carry it too.
Symptoms usually start 12–72 hours after infection and last 4–7 days. Most people recover without treatment, but children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness.
Symptoms
- Fever
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal cramps
- Headache
- Nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite
Test Options
- Salmonella — detection of Salmonella species