One person died after eating at McDonald’s

Last September flash coli in various establishments McDonald’s USA. Up to 10 states were affected, and 49 people fell ill. Many of them required hospitalization due to the severity of food poisoning symptoms. Most gradually recovered, but, unfortunately, the death of one of the victims has just been announced. This is an elderly man about whom not much information is known.

All food poisoning victims took quarter pound burger. McDonald’s said the hamburger was no longer sold in the affected states and that the origin of the contamination was being investigated. Perhaps this chop meat or onion which is used to make up the hamburger.

Anyone who has eaten these burgers and develops symptoms of food poisoning such as diarrhea, high fever, abdominal pain or vomiting, See your doctor to assess the severity of the infection. In any case, there is also a call for calm. It was something specific that cannot be extrapolated to other McDonald’s in the country or the world. In addition, poisoning coli They are usually not serious unless there is a pre-existing condition or the immune system is weakened; for example, due to age. Even so, every effort must be made to avoid food contamination. The sad death of this elderly man in the United States is a call to strengthen security measures.

What symptoms does it cause? coli?

coli These are enterobacteria. This means that it usually lives in the intestines of humans and other healthy animals. Live with us without causing us any problems. However, through food and water we can become infected with other strains capable of causing some symptoms. Most, at most, can cause diarrhea. But there are much more virulent strains that can cause diarrhea with blood, vomiting and very severe intestinal cramps.

Symptoms usually appear 2–4 days after food poisoning and disappear into week from the very beginning, without the need for treatment. You just need to stay hydrated. However, immunocompromised people, older adults and children may develop renal failure this puts his life in danger.

This is why it is important to take all possible measures to prevent infection. This includes measures from consumers as well as from the food industry. This must be regularly analyze food and upon arrival at your destination, avoid cross-contamination, ensure maximum hygiene and prepare properly. In particular, poisoning may occur. coli after eating contaminated vegetables or undercooked meat, especially ground beef. All of these are consistent with the suspicious ingredients in a McDonald’s hamburger.

What was food poisoning like at McDonald’s?

McDonald’s food poisoning occurred in 10 states across the country, but especially in Colorado and Nebraska. It was in Colorado that the only death occurred so far.

The rest of the nearly 50 victims developed symptoms of varying severity, The next most serious case is that of a child who has suffered hemolytic-uremic syndrome. This is a condition in which tiny blood vessels become inflamed, causing blood clots to form that can damage various organs, especially the kidneys. This can happen to anyone, but is much more common in children suffering from Shiga toxinproduced coli.

There are several strains of bacteria that cause this complication, but the one that appears to be on the list is the one resulting from the McDonald’s food poisoning.