Food-Borne Salmonella
Salmonella is a common bacterium that can cause the disease Salmonellosis, an infection of the body’s intestines. While Salmonella can be spread in many ways, it is most commonly associated with incorrectly prepared food. When cooks or food product manufacturers fail to take the right precautions, their guests or customers can suffer severe illness as a result.
If you have been harmed by food tainted with Salmonella, you could have grounds for a legal claim against the party responsible. Call the Tampa food poisoning attorneys of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. at 800-235-8978.
The Symptoms of Salmonellosis
Salmonellosis is the second most common form of food poisoning in the US. It is often spread by meat or eggs that have been unsafely stored, shipped, or prepared. However, fruits and vegetables tainted with Salmonella can also spread the disease.
The symptoms of Salmonellosis can range from mild to life-threatening, depending on the extent of the infection, the age of the patient, and the patient’s overall health. The most common symptoms include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Fatigue
Children and older adults are the most vulnerable to medical complications associated with untreated Salmonellosis. These complications can include dehydration, sepsis (spread of the infection to the bloodstream), and a potentially disabling case of chronic arthritis. While the disease may clear up on its own for a healthy patient, severe cases may require hospitalization and intravenous fluids.
The symptoms of Salmonellosis can begin anywhere between 12 and 72 hours after the tainted food is consumed. Unfortunately, this makes it difficult to determine the original source of the illness. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Salmonellosis, our Tampa food poisoning lawyers can help you determine who is responsible and what steps you should take next.
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The Tampa personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. will work diligently to win fair compensation for you following a preventable illness or injury. Contact us today at 800-235-8978