Is Campylobacter infection serious? Most people with a Campylobacter infection recover completely within a week, although some shed (get rid of) Campylobacter bacteria in their stool for weeks after recovery. Campylobacter infection rarely results in long-term health problems.
Is Campylobacter life threatening?
The illness typically lasts about one week. In people with weakened immune systems (such as those with cancer, HIV/AIDS, or a transplant), the bacteria may spread to the bloodstream and cause a serious life-threatening infection.
Is campylobacteriosis curable?
Most people recover from Campylobacter infection without antibiotic treatment. Patients should drink extra fluids as long as diarrhea lasts. Some people with, or at risk for, severe illness might need antibiotic treatment.
What does campylobacteriosis do to the body?
Campylobacter bacteria are one of the main causes of diarrhea and foodborne illness ("food poisoning"). They can infect the gastrointestinal tract and cause diarrhea, fever, and cramps.
What happens if you don't treat Campylobacter?
If left untreated, campylobacteriosis may lead to serious consequences for a very small number of people. Some problems can happen early on. One example is a gallbladder infection (cholecystitis). There can also be complications from the later stages of the infection.
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