An infection with certain species of the genus Salmonella, usually caused by ingestion of food containing salmonellae or their products Also known as Salmonella gastroenteritis or Salmonella food poisoning (See 931)
infection caused by Salmonella, bacteria commonly found in raw meat, poultry, eggs and raw or unpasteurized milk products The 3 forms of salmonellosis in humans are typhoid fever, septicemia (blood poisoning) and acute gastroenteritis, which can cause severe diarrhea and death if untreated
Any of several bacterial infections caused by salmonella, including typhoid and similar fevers and gastroenteritis (see food poisoning). Meat from diseased animals carries the bacteria, and any food can pick it up from infected feces in the field or during storage or from contaminated food or utensils during food preparation. The source is often hard to trace. Eggs from infected hens can carry it within, not just on the shells. Onset is sudden and sometimes severe, with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and low fever. Most patients recover within days, with some degree of immunity. Prevention requires care in food handling, especially thorough cooking