Listeriosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-015891",
  "term": "Listeriosis",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "The manifestations of listeriosis include septicemia, meningitis (or meningoencephalitis), encephalitis, and intrauterine or cervical infections in pregnant women, which may result in spontaneous abortion (2nd/3rd trimester) or stillbirth. The onset of the aforementioned disorders is usually preceded by influenza-like symptoms including persistent fever. It was reported that gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may precede more serious forms of listeriosis or may be the only symptoms expressed.",
  "references": [
    "FDA Bad Bug Book"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/listeriosis/"
}