infection

Listeriosis

Listeriosis is a most commonly caused by Listeria monocytogenes, although L. ivanovii and L. grayi have been reported in certain cases. Listeriosis can cause severe illness, including severe , , or , sometimes resulting in lifelong harm and even death. Those at risk of severe illness are the elderly, fetuses, newborns, and those who are . In pregnant women, it may cause or spontaneous abortion, and preterm birth is common. Listeriosis may cause mild, and fever in anyone.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·, fever, headache

Causes — why it happens

·Listeria monocytogenes

How it's found

· of blood or spinal fluid

Prevention

·Safe handling and preparation of food, Pasteurisation, avoidance of soft cheese by pregnant women

Treatment

·Ampicillin, gentamicin

Complications

· or spontaneous abortion (pregnant women)

Outlook

·Usually

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