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Describe the three patterns of salmonellosis.
The three patterns of salmonellosis are enteric fever, gastroenteritis, and bacteremia.
What is the incubation period for enteric fever?
The incubation period for enteric fever is 5-14 days.
What are the common symptoms of gastroenteritis caused by salmonellosis?
The common symptoms of gastroenteritis caused by salmonellosis include bloody diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and crampy abdominal pain.
How can bacteremia caused by salmonellosis be treated?
Bacteremia caused by salmonellosis can be treated with fluroquinolones, carbapenems, or azithromycin. Drainage of abscesses may also be necessary, especially in immunosuppressed individuals.
What are the three patterns of salmonellosis?
Enteric fever, Gastroenteritis, Bacteremia
What is the most common form of salmonellosis and its common symptoms?
Gastroenteritis; symptoms include bloody diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, and crampy abdominal pain
What is the incubation period for enteric fever?
5-14 days
What are the common symptoms of enteric fever during the prodrome phase?
Malaise, headache, cough, sore throat, abdominal pain, distention, and 'PEA soup' appearance
How is gastroenteritis caused by salmonellosis diagnosed?
Stool culture
What are the treatment options for bacteremia caused by salmonellosis?
Fluoroquinolones, carbapenems, or azithromycin; drain abscesses; and in immunosuppressed cases, ciprofloxacin
Test your knowledge of salmonellosis with this quiz. Learn about the various serotypes, transmission methods, and patterns of the disease, including enteric fever, gastroenteritis, and bacteremia. Gain insights into the incubation period, symptoms, and progression of enteric fever, and challenge your understanding of this Gram-negative aerobe infection.
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