Which condition is directly caused by ingesting substances contaminated with viral or bacterial pathogens?
Understand the Problem
The question asks which condition is directly caused by consuming food or drink tainted with viral or bacterial pathogens. We need to choose the option that represents an infection or inflammation of the digestive tract due to pathogens.
Answer
Food poisoning (foodborne illness or infectious gastroenteritis).
Ingesting substances contaminated with viral or bacterial pathogens directly causes food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness or infectious gastroenteritis.
Answer for screen readers
Ingesting substances contaminated with viral or bacterial pathogens directly causes food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness or infectious gastroenteritis.
More Information
Foodborne illnesses can result from viral, bacterial, or parasitic contamination. Symptoms and severity vary based on the specific pathogen.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking that all foodborne illnesses are caused by bacteria alone. Viruses and parasites also play a significant role.
Sources
- Bacteria and Viruses | FoodSafety.gov - foodsafety.gov
- Food poisoning - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic - mayoclinic.org
- Gastroenteritis - Better Health Channel - betterhealth.vic.gov.au
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