The most dangerous foods that cause salmonella infection

Salmonella infection can be transmitted through meat, dairy products, eggs, cream used in pastries, etc.

Dr. Maria Polner, speaking to Izvestia, points out that salmonella is an infectious disease that is usually transmitted through food and water, and damages the digestive system and other organs and systems in the body.

According to her, the disease can be transmitted from infected animals to humans through contaminated objects. The number of cases of the disease is currently increasing all over the world, and in addition, it has become difficult to treat with antibacterial drugs.

“The infection develops rapidly, with the incubation period after infection ranging from several hours to several days. The course of the disease can be mild (short-term fever, defecation up to five times a day), moderate (temperature up to 39 degrees with frequent diarrhea, symptoms of dehydration), severe (severe dehydration, temperature up to 40 degrees, frequent vomiting, diarrhea),” she says.

The doctor advises that it is necessary to consult a doctor in all cases of the disease, so that he can prescribe the appropriate treatment for it. Treatment usually includes drinking plenty of water, or washing the stomach, following a specific diet, taking antibacterial medications, and recovering from dehydration.

“Prevention of salmonella infection includes: heat treatment of products; thorough washing of eggs and vegetables before use; washing of dishes and cutting equipment; observing the shelf life of products; using filtered water; washing hands regularly,” she says.