Yersiniosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-030671",
  "term": "Yersiniosis",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Yersiniosis is frequently characterized by such symptoms as gastroenteritis with diarrhea and/or vomiting; however, fever and abdominal pain are the hallmark symptoms. Yersinia infections mimic appendicitis and mesenteric lymphadenitis, but the bacteria may also cause infections of other sites such as wounds, joints and the urinary tract. Strains of Y. enterocolitica can be found in meats (pork, beef, lamb, etc.), oysters, fish, and raw milk. The exact cause of the food contamination is unknown. However, the prevalence of this organism in the soil and water and in animals such as beavers, pigs, and squirrels, offers ample opportunities for it to enter our food supply.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "FDA Bad Bug Book"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/yersiniosis/"
}