Situation and vulnerability
Children are more affected. Hands after pork preparation can contaminate objects or foods of a small child.
Signs and limits of their interpretation
In the little child, fever and sometimes bloody diarrhea are possible. In older adults, pain on the right side of the abdomen may evoke appendicitis.
Diagnosis and monitoring
A laboratory test confirms the infection. Significant abdominal pain should be evaluated, without choosing between yersiniosis and appendicitis.
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Prevention and care
Cook the pork properly and wash your hands before touching bottles or toys. Preserving hydration; antibiotics are not systematic.
Practical issues
Is it necessary for the child to eat pork to be exposed?
No: contamination of the hands after preparation of a raw product may be sufficient to contaminate the environment. Prevention also concerns adults who prepare meals.
Preparing for an exchange with a professional
- Pork and food products handled
- Pain, side and evolution
- Diarrhoea and drinking capacity
Bring the full minutes and dates. This information facilitates evaluation; its collection must not delay an urgent appeal.
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