Salmonella Flashcards
1
Q
What is salmonella?
A
Salmonella infection is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract.
2
Q
Lives in?
A
Salmonella typically lives in animal and human intestines and are shed through feces.
3
Q
Spread by?
A
Humans become infected most frequently through contaminated water or food.
4
Q
Both animals and humans can get this virus? Yes or no?
A
Yes
5
Q
Symptoms?
A
abdominal tummy pains
fevers
headaches
nausea and vomiting
general tiredness
6
Q
How is it treated
A
Generally people with Salmonella do not require treatment. They usually only need to take care to drink plenty water or other clear fluids. Some people find that low fat natural yoghurts and probiotic products ones that contain small amounts of bacteria can help to get the bowels back to normal.
