Salmonella Risks
Salmonella risks depend largely on your general health, and other factors present in certain individuals. For example, those with a compromised immune system may be more likely to develop serious complications. If you or someone in your family is infected with Salmonella, risks to the rest of your family are higher. You should take the necessary precautions to prevent spreading the illness to other members of your family. Wash your hands thoroughly and often, especially after visiting the toilet.
Other Salmonella risks include:
Typhoid fever, or enteric fever. Symptoms of this complication include sore throat, cough, headache and constipation. The individual affected may also have an enlarged liver or spleen, and the heartbeat may be slower than normal.
Bacteremia often has few symptoms, but occurs when Salmonella bacteria enters the bloodstream and circulates, which infects brain tissues and the spinal cord. This means an increased risk of meningitis and sepsis.
One of the most serious Salmonella risks is Reiter’s syndrome, which is an uncommon complication but very debilitating when it does occur. Symptoms include urinary tract problems, eye irritation and arthritis. Individuals affected may experience pain and swelling of the ankles, feet, knees, fingers, wrists and other joints. Those who develop arthritis from Reiter’s syndrome may also find that the vertebrae in the spinal column become inflamed. While most individuals recover fully from the arthritis in one year or less, for some it is permanent.
Salmonella risks include death in rare instances, which is true of any foodborne illness. Most people never suffer anything more than mild symptoms, which are consistent with stomach flu. If you develop symptoms of food poisoning, see your doctor at once, especially if you are at an increased risk of complications. Young children, pregnant women and the elderly should be especially cautious if you develop symptoms.
Food poisoning usually occurs due to the unsanitary or unsafe preparation or manufacturing of foods. If you have symptoms of food poisoning and have eaten in a restaurant or purchased foods that you believe to be responsible, contact a New York food poisoning attorney at one. Salmonella risks should not be taken lightly; you may be able to recover any costs associated with your illness, such as lost wages or medical expenses.
Restaurants, camps, day cares, food manufacturers and any others responsible for serving or distributing tainted foods should be held accountable!
