SALMONELLOSIS CAMPYLOBACTERIOSIS
Campylobacteriosis is caused by Campylobacter sp.
People can become infected by contact with infected animals, by eating contaminated food or water, or by handling infected placentas.
Should any animal abort, one should wear gloves to handle the placenta and aborted tissues and be certain to wash hands thoroughly after removing the gloves.
- Salmonella is a bacteria that is found in the intestinal tract of many animals, including pigs and man.
- Contamination of the environment by fecal material is the most common source for infection.
- A watery, profuse diarrhea for about 10 days is the typical symptom in man, but persons with a suppressed immune system may die.