By Derek Harman Salmonella Typhimurium Caused by direct contact with nonphagocytic cells The bacterial cells enter epithelial cells in the intestine and cause a rush of white blood cells ID: 585363
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Food Poisoning sucks
By Derek HarmanSlide2
Salmonella
Typhimurium
Caused by direct contact with
nonphagocyticcells.The bacterial cells enter epithelial cells in the intestine and cause a rush of white blood cells into the mucosa. Basically salmonella causes diarrhea. Also causes a high fever.Slide3
Salmonella Typhimurium
Common victims are those who eat infected food.
Affects around 114,780 victims a year, estimation by the world health organization.
Most commonly found in chicken and chicken eggs.Slide4
Salmonella Typhimurium
Common injuries include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting, fever, and even DEATH!! :O
Armed and dangerous? I’d give it a solid 7.8
Why? Its pretty common and can cause DEATH!! :OSlide5
Salmonella Typhimurium
Weapons against the germ:
Time – Usually goes away by itself over a week
Antibiotics – If the infection spreads (can become antibiotic-resistant)Slide6
Salmonella Typhimurium
How does it work?
Opens up the cell wall to let water in.
Characteristics:- Fever, stomach craps nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.