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Salmonella

Genus of bacteria

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Feb 4, 2026

What are the documented health complications after intentional feces ingestion in adults?

(coprophagia) in adults is documented mainly in psychiatric and neurologic case reports and series and carries a mix of infectious, gastrointestinal, and rare mechanical risks; most clear dangers aris...

Jan 1, 2026

What are the symptoms of zoonotic diseases that can be transmitted from dogs to humans?

Zoonotic diseases that dogs can transmit to humans produce a range of symptoms depending on the pathogen — most commonly gastrointestinal upset (diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever), skin problems (itchy,...