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Salmonella Symptoms

Symptoms of Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis) are often mistaken for a simple stomach upset, a case of the flu, or another type of food poisoning. Most individuals who contract salmonellosis don't know the source of the symptoms, which typically develop 12 to 72 hours after ingestion of the Salmonella bacteria.

Recognize the Symptoms of Salmonella

Individuals who experience the following symptoms may have a Salmonella infection:

diarrhea
nausea
fever
chills
abdominal cramps or other muscle pains

The Symptoms Can Get Worse

These signs and symptoms of Salmonella poisoning can last from a day or two all the way up to two weeks, and if they're severe enough, medical attention is appropriate. Children, the elderly, and people with a compromised immune system are vulnerable to worsening symptoms of Salmonella, and they should not "wait it out" if they're experiencing such symptoms; they should see a physician immediately.

Other Symptoms of Salmonella Infections

About a dozen types of Salmonella (of the more than 2,000 that exist) can cause these symptoms in humans. Other symptoms of Salmonella poisoning depend on the specific type of Salmonella bacteria involved. These symptoms are:

Gastroenteritis — inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract
blood in the stool

Enteric fever — also known as typhoid fever
cough
sore throat
headache
mental confusion
rose-colored spots on the chest

Bacteremia — blood poisoning
meningitis (infection in tissues around the brain and spinal cord)
sepsis (infection in the bloodstream)

No Symptoms of Salmonella? Infection Still Possible

It's important to note that a person may have a significant Salmonella infection and not show any symptoms whatsoever. However, he or she may continue to shed the Salmonella bacteria in feces and thus remain contagious to others for up to a year. Exposure to Salmonella-contaminated feces is another common method of contracting Salmonella poisoning.

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