Iguana-associated salmonellosis in a young adult.
OBJECTIVE
Review a case of Salmonella infection in a young adult related to handling of an infected iguana.


METHODS
Case report.


RESULTS
Most cases of Salmonella infection related to handling of reptiles have occurred in children. We report a case of Salmonella diarrhea in a 19-year-old male who kept a pet iguana. The iguana was asymptomatic, but Salmonella grew from stool specimens.


CONCLUSIONS
Those who keep iguanas as pets, which are particularly attractive to adolescents and young adults, should be aware that iguanas frequently carry Salmonella. Those caring for adolescents and young adults should always inquire into the pet-keeping habits of their patients when illnesses develop.
D000328:Adult; D000818:Animals; D000829:Animals, Domestic / Q000382:microbiology*; D004197:Disease Reservoirs; D006801:Humans; D007076:Iguanas / Q000382:microbiology*; D008297:Male; D012104:Reptiles / Q000382:microbiology; D012480:Salmonella Infections / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D015047:Zoonoses