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Campylobacter infections are caused by the bacteria of the genus Campylobacter. Most people who become ill with campylobacter infections experience diarrhoea, cramping, abdominal pain, and fever within 2 to 5 days after exposure to the organism. The diarrhoea may be bloody and can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting, and the illness typically lasts about a week.
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Reviewed January 2009
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Gastroenteritis - campylobacteriosis
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Better Health Channel
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Campylobacter infection is a type of gastroenteritis (gastro) caused by a bacteria known as Campylobacter. Symptoms include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps. Infection is more common in children under five years of age and young adults. Children's sandpits can become contaminated with Campylobacter through animal faeces. Undercooked meat, especially chicken, unpasteurised milk, infected water and unwashed hands contaminated with faeces (poo) from the toilet or nappies are also sources.
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Nov 2008
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Campylobacter
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Campylobacter is the most common bacterial infection that causes abdominal (tummy) pain and diarrhoea in Australia and many other developed countries.
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Nov 2008
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