Listeria monocytogenes

Type: Bacterium

Pairs

ascending colon - asc. colon

liver - pylorus

cygomatic arch - parietal

pares

Generalities:

Gastrointestinal symptoms: abdominal pain, distension, diarrhea, gastritis, colitis, nausea, fever, headache.

Transmission:

By contaminated food, especially meats, processed foods that require refrigeration (the bacteria proliferate above 4 ° C.). The person can be infected by fecal matter.
Recommendations: buy meats and processed foods of excellent quality, wash and disinfect fruits and vegetables, avoid preparing food if you have symptoms. Strictly follow hygienic measures.

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