Question 1

how do you get salmonella?

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Eating poop: Salmonella is a bacteria that can is transmitted from ingestion of human or animal feces, usually by eating contaminated food.

Question 2

is it possible to get salmonella from cats?

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Yes: Salmonella can be transmitted from cats, dogs, fish, birds and turtles (especially tiny turtles). REF:  http://www.idph.state.il.us/public/hb/hbsam.htm

Question 3

how do you get salmonella poisoning?

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Tainted food.: Usually by eating tainted or undercooked food especially eggs or chicken.

Question 4

is it unusual to get salmonella from cheese?

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Yes: Usual transmission occurs with chicken, turkey, eggs, turtles, and contaminated foods.

Question 5

how does an egg get salmonella contamination?

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Not cooked properly: Salmonella in foods may be present from the farm or be introduced in food preparation. It will cause symptoms if the affected food is not cooked adequately.

Question 6

will i get salmonella if i eat stuffing that was cooked inside a turkey?

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Salmonella: The transmission of salmonellae to a susceptible host usually occurs via consumption of contaminated foods. The most common sources of salmonellae include beef, poultry, and eggs. If food is not washed or cooked enough, Salmonella can cause gastrointestinal infections. An instant-read thermometer is the most accurate way to determine when your turkey is done. It’s worth buying one.

Question 7

how can you get tested for salmonella?

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Salmonella infection: through a stool sample. If a person is septic - blood can be tests.

Question 8

what are the symptoms when you get salmonella?

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Diarrhea, fever: Salmonella bacteria may cause mild to severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting for several days. Prolonged infections are infrequent, but can be quite serious, particularly in the very young or elderly. Infection with salmonella typhi  can also  lead to the development of typhoid fever, an infection that is best treated with antibiotics.

Question 9

why are children more likely to get salmonella

Accepted Answer

Hand hygiene: Children tend to put their hands in their mouth more often and they are prone to touching surfaces that can be contaminated with salmonella more easily. Teaching good hand washing as well as keeping little fingers out of the mouth is very important and will reduce infection rates.

Question 10

how do you get rid of salmonella?

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Resolves most time: Salmonella in the intestines is usually self limiting and most people get better without any treatment. If the diarrhea is severe and pt is dehydrated or ill then antibiotics can be used. If the bacteria gets into the blood stream or another organ then it can be serious and those people are treated in the hospital. Most people clear it without meds. Probiotics may help as well.

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