Campylobacteriosis

(Campylobacter)

Campylobacteriosis is a common bacterial disease, causing intestinal illness, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Infection occurs through direct contact with animals or from consuming undercooked meat, poultry, unpasteurized dairy products or contaminated water. Most cases are mild, but infections can cause serious complications among the very young, elderly and immunocompromised.