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Salmonella infection, also known as salmonellosis is an illness that affects the gastrointestinal tract and is due to the bacteria of the same name. It is a common cause of food poisoning, which people often contract from eating contaminated water or food. The bacteria can be found in poultry, eggs, and meat. Some pets are also said to carry this bacteria and can pass it on to humans.
According to some health experts, more than a million people develop salmonellosis each year. Although serious complications are rare, this illness has caused the death of 450 people in the US each year. S. Typhimurium is a type of salmonella bacteria that can lead to typhoid fever.
Here are some of the 10 common signs and symptoms of salmonella infection.
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