Reptile-Associated Salmonella in a Non-Weaned Infant: A Case Report

Infections with Salmonella in newborns are rare in the UK, especially in non-weaned infants who have not recently traveled or been exposed to certain foods. In this case report, a 24-week-old male newborn had diarrhea that had persisted for more than a week, no vomiting or blood in his feces, and no notable family history of sickness. Through microbiological stool culture Salmonella infection was confirmed. A pet ball python at residence was discovered during the collateral history, indicating a transmission associated to reptiles. Without the use of antibiotics, the baby recovered. Guidelines from Public Health England place a strong emphasis on taking preventative action to lower the number of Salmonella infections linked to reptiles. In addressing pediatric cases, this instance emphasizes the importance of getting a thorough history and being cognizant of non-traditional avenues of transmission.