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Information on the Risks of a Campylobacter Bacteria Infection
The following information about Campylobacter bacteria is provided by Pritzker | Olsen, P.A., a nationally-recognized law firm in the area of foodborne illness lawsuits. Attorney Fred Pritzker has 29 years of experience. He has been selected for inclusion in the 2005-2006 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. To learn more about Fred Pritzker, please see Food Poisoning: Attorney and Lawyer.
The Risks of Campylobacter Bacteria Infection
Most cases of Campylobacter run their course and end in complete recovery. Some people who are infected never have any symptoms at all. People who have weak immune systems are more susceptible to severe cases of the illness that can lead to serious health complications and even death. Campylobacter bacteria risks include:
- Arthritis
- Blood Poisoning
- Meningitis
- Heart Attack
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Guillain-Barrè Syndrome
- Severe Dehydration
The most common risk of infection from Campylobacter bacteria is severe dehydration. If you or someone in your family has a Campylobacter infection, make sure the infected individual drinks plenty of fluids. If it is not possible to remain properly hydrated, hospitalization may be necessary.
Other risks of Campylobacter, all very rare, may include meningitis, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, urinary tract infections, short-term reactive arthritis, or inflammation of the gall bladder.
Studies have shown that in some rare cases, a Campylobacter infection may lead to Guillain-Barrè Syndrome. In this illness, the infection attacks the body's nerves, causing paralysis and sometimes death.
Campylobacter Risks Increased for Young Children, Pregnant Women, Elderly and Others with Weakened Immune Systems
In people who have weak immune systems--cancer patients, people with AIDS, very young children and the elderly, for example--the infection can spread to the blood and become life-threatening. These cases often require hospitalization.
Risk of Death from Campylobacter Bacteria Infection
Although Campylobacter infections can result in death, this result is extremely rare. According to the USDA, only 20 deaths have been recorded as a result of Campylobacter infection, but because many cases are undiagnosed, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) estimate that as many as 100 people die each year in the U.S. as a result of gastroenteritis.
Campylobacter Bacteria Prevalent in Food Supply
It is fairly likely that you or someone in your family has been, or will be, infected with Campylobacter at some point. Campylobacter is one of the most common bacterial causes of diarrheal illness in the United States. Campylobacteriosis is estimated to affect over 1 million persons every year, or 0.5% of the general population. Although Campylobacter doesn't commonly cause death, it has been estimated that approximately 100 persons with Campylobacter infections may die each year.
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If you have been infected or think you have been infected with Campylobacter bacteria and have become seriously ill, contact Pritzker | Olsen, P.A.To reach us for a free consultation, call toll-free 1-888-377-8900, e-mail info@pritzkerlaw.com, or fill in our online form.
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Foodborne Outbreaks
- Nestle Lawsuit: Several people have been sickened in an E. coli outbreak associated with Nestle Toll House cookie dough.
- Toll House Cookie Dough Recall: Nestle has recalled refrigerated Toll House cookie dough.
- Toll House Lawsuit: Lawyer to fight for E. coli victim compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress.
- Cruise Ship Salmonella Lawsuit: Several persons were sickened by a severe strain of Salmonella.
- Alfalfa Sprout Salmonella Lawsuit and Lawyer: A multistate outbreak of Salmonella has been linked to alfalfa sprouts.
- Alfalfa Sprout Listeria Lawsuit and Lawyer: A multistate outbreak of listeriosis has been linked to alfalfa sprouts.
- Union International Food White Pepper Suit: A multistate outbreak of Salmonella has been linked to white pepper.
- Cantaloupe Recall
- Kinikin Corner Dairy Campylobacter Lawsuit: Colorado Campylobacter outbreak associated with raw milk.
- Salmonella Pistachio Outbreak: A multistate outbreak has been linked to pistachios.
- Chipotle Lawsuit: Several people were sickened by Campylobacter.
- Western National Stock Show Denver E. coli: Attorney Fred Pritzker provides outbreak and compensation information.
- Salmonella Typhimurium Outbreak: King Nut Peanut Butter has been genetically linked to this outbreak.
- Iowa E. coli: Raw apple cider may be associated with an Iowa E. coli outbreak.
- University of Colorado at Boulder (CU) E. coli: At least 8 people have been sickened, 7 of them students.
- Michigan E. coli Lettuce: A Michigan E. coli outbreak has been associated with bagged iceberg lettuce distributed by Aunt Mid's Produce Company.
- Aunt Mid's Lawsuit: People in Michigan, Illinois, New York, Ohio and Oregon have been sickened in an E. coli outbreak.
- University of Michigan and MSU E. coli Lawsuit: 7 students at Michigan State University and 3 students at the University of Michigan have contracted E. coli infections.
- Hendricks Farm Campylobacter outbreak associated with Hendricks Farm & Dairy in Telford, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
- Oklahoma E. coli: An Oklahoma E. coli outbreak may be linked to a Locust Grove restaurant.
- Nebraska Beef Lawsuit: Nebraska Beef, Ltd. has recalled millions of pounds of beef products and has been linked to 2 outbreaks.
- Massachusettes E. coli: A Massachusettes E. coli outbreak has been linked to Nebraska Beef products and Coleman Meat products.
- Whole Foods Market Lawsuit: The Whole Foods Market E. coli outbreak is part of the Massachusettes E. coli outbreak above.
- Virginia E. coli - Goshen Scout Reservation: Dozens of scouts were sickened in an E. coli outbreak linked to beef.
- Georgia E. coli - Barbecue Pit Lawsuit
- Ohio E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
- Michigan E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
- Multi-State Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak: Tomatoes have sickened hundreds of people throughout the United States.
- Minnesota Preschool E. coli: Outbreak associated with Wonder World Preschool in Slayton, Minnesota.
- Washington E. coli Lettuce: Outbreak associated with commercial romaine lettuce.
- Texas Salmonella Saintpaul - Tomato: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
- New Mexico Salmonella Saintpaul Linked to Tomatoes: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
- Nebraska E. coli Outbreak Associated with Roast Beef
- Hepatitis A - La Mesa California Chipotle - Lawyer and Lawsuit: San Diego County hepatitis A outbreak
- Salmonella - Puffed Rice Recall and Puffed Wheat Recall: Malt-O-Meal cereal recall.
- Minnesota Salmonella - Milford Valley Farms Lawsuit: Frozen chicken product.
- Salmonella - Agropecuaria Montelibano Cantaloupe Recall: Cantaloupe from Honduras.
- Salmonella Litchfield Cantaloupe Lawsuit: Recall of Dole, Chiquita and other brands.
- Honolulu E. coli - Sekiya's Lawsuit and Lawyer: E. coli associated with Hawaii restaurant.
- Alabama E. coli - Church Supper: Outbreak associated with Eastern Shore Baptis Church.
- E. coli - Rochester Meat Company Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef recall.
- E. coli - Jeno's and Totino's Pizza Recall and Lawsuit: Pepperoni on pizza.
- E. coli - Topps Recall and Lawsuit: Hamburger patty recall.
- E. coli - Cargill/Sam's Club Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef patty recall.
- Listeria - Whittier Farms Recall and Lawsuit: Miscarriage and death linked to milk.
- Hawaii Salmonella - Tuna Recall and Lawsuit
- Salmonella - Safeway Ground Beef Recall and Lawsuit