Salmonella Infections: Clinical AspectsAbout This Hardback Salmonella is a type of Gram negative bacteria which belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae. A salmonella infection, also known as salmonellosis, is a disease caused by these bacteria. It affects the intestinal tract and can spread through contaminated water or food. The most common symptom of a mild salmonella infection is diarrhea, which can lead to severe dehydration in serious cases. Other complications are typhoid and the