Dangers of eating Rotten eggs | Fusion - WeRIndia

Eggs are a very rich source of protein and they are also not very expensive. However, the question is whether it is fine to eat rotten eggs. You should always prefer to eat healthy eggs as eating raw eggs can have many dangers to it. When you buy packed eggs, the package will show the expiration date. Here are some dangers that you can face when you eat rotten eggs.

Diarrhea

Eating rotten eggs has high chances of giving you diarrhea, vomiting and nausea. The symptoms generally start to show after 12-15 hours.

Skin problem

Some rotten eggs could contain mold. If you eat one with mold, then you can experience rashes on the skin and also experience itching sensations too.

Salmonellosis

Rotten eggs can be breeding sites for a bacterium called salmonella. Consuming rotten eggs can increase the chances of salmonellosis.

Listeriosis

A bacterium called listeria is well known for causing infections through food. Any food products that contain rotten eggs have a high chance of causing listeriosis.

Headaches

Consuming rotten eggs can result in headaches, fever, and cramps in the abdomen. If you feel such symptoms showing up, then it is better for you to consult a doctor.

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