What is campylobacteriosis? Campylobacteriosis is an infection
of the gut caused by Campylobacter bacteria. These bacteria are
a frequent cause of food poisoning. How do you get it? You get
campylobacteriosis by eating foods or by drinking water
contaminated with the bacteria. You can also get it from
infected people or pets especially kittens and puppies. Persons
at highest risk of getting the disease are workers who handle
animal products, agricultural and wildlife workers, and
veterinarians who handle infected animals. Infection usually
occurs while processing animal products, either by direct
contact with the contaminated raw material or by indirect
contact in a contaminated environment. The bacteria are
resistant to drying and disinfection, and can remain alive in
contaminated soil for years after the death of the animal. What
are the symptoms? The symptoms of campylobacteriosis include
mild to severe diarrhea (often bloody), stomach pain, fever,
nausea, and vomiting. When do symptoms start? The symptoms