Do Eggs Cause Salmonella?

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Definition

Salmonella enterocolitis is an infection in the lining of the small intestine caused by Salmonella bacteria.


Alternative Names

Salmonellosis


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Salmonella enterocolitis is one of the most common types of food poisoning. It occurs when you swallow food or water that is contaminated with the salmonella bacteria. Any food can become contaminated if food preparation conditions and equipment are unsanitary.

You are more likely to get this type of infection if...

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