Most people with Salmonella infection have diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Symptoms usually begin six hours to six days after infection and last four to seven days.

How long are you contagious with salmonella?

How long is salmonellosis contagious? Salmonellosis symptoms usually last for about four to seven days. A person can still transmit the bacteria for several weeks after symptoms fade, and even several months later.

Can salmonella go away on its own?

Most people don't need to seek medical attention for a salmonella infection because it clears up on its own within a few days.