Bacillus cereus
• Bacillus cereus or B. cereus is a type of bacteria that
produces toxins.
• These toxins can cause two types of illness: one type
characterized by diarrhea and an emetic toxin, by nausea
and vomiting.
• These bacteria are present in foods and can multiply
quickly at room temperature.
• Source: A variety of foods, particularly rice and leftovers,
as well as sauces, soups, and other prepared foods that
have sat out too long at room temperature.
• Symptom:
• Diarrheal: Watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps
• Emetic (vomiting): Nausea and vomiting
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