Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy (5th Edition)
Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780134151441
Author: BAUMAN
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 19, Problem 6TMW
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The reason as to why doctors caution patients at risk for listeriosis to avoid deli meats, cold cuts, and soft cheeses.

Concept introduction:

Listeriosis is basically a bacterial infection whose causative agent is Listeria monocytogenes. Along with it, Listeria ivanocii and Listeria grayi are also reported in some cases. Severe cases can cause meningitis, sepsis, or encephalitis.

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