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Salmonella Meningitis

Pritzker | Ruohonen, a nationally-recognized law firm in the area of food poisoning lawsuits. Salmonella attorney Fred Pritzker has 30 years of experience and has recovered millions for victims of food poisoning. In recognition of his accomplishments, other lawyers have selected him for inclusion in the 2005-2006 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. For more information about Salmonella lawyer Fred Pritzker, please see Food Poisoning Attorney and Lawyer.

Salmonella Meningitis
Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The most common types of Salmonella-causing meningitis are: S. Havana, S. Typhimurium, S. Oranienbury, S. Typhi. Salmonella meningitis can lead to brain damage and death. The overall mortality is 38% in infants. More than half of those who survived had normal long-term outcome. Infants who developed neurological complications as a result of Salmonella meningitis had significant mortality and adverse long-term neurodevelopment outcome, including mental retardation, seizures, visual impairments, and hydrocephalus.

Symptoms of Salmonella Meningitis:

  • Prolonged fever
  • Vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Listlessness
  • Diarrhea
  • Bulging anterior fontanel (soft spot)
  • Irritability

Prevention of Salmonella Meningitis
The key to preventing Salmonella meningitis is meticulous hygiene. During food preparation:

  • Wash hands and surface often
  • Wash your hands, cutting boards, dishes etc with hot soapy water before handling food.
  • Separate raw meat, poultry, and seafood from other foods in your refrigerator.
  • Cook to proper temperatures
  • Refrigerate foods promptly.

If your child has become seriously ill due to Salmonella meningitis, attorney Fred Pritzker is ready to help you. With his vast experience and understanding of food poisoning cases, he is equipped to give you the legal representation you need. To contact Salmonella lawyer Fred Pritzker, call toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or submit the firm's online consultation form.


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