What to do When Finding Food Poisoning


Who would not want to experience terrible symptoms of food poisoning? Symptoms may vary considerably depending on the dopant and the amount of food consumed. Among the most common symptoms attributed to food poisoning are stomach pain, diarrhea, fever and nausea. Rest and adequate fluid intake is recommended especially if there is vomiting and loose bowel movement.


In the case of food poisoning caused by a variety of virus, symptoms are resolved at the same time, or a little more. Symptoms are similar, but the source can vary from contaminated water, produce and seafood. When in doubt, it is always best to consult a doctor, especially if symptoms worsen or persist over extended number of days. Severe pain and the appearance of unusual symptoms, such as jaundice or yellowing of the skin and eyes are signals also go to the hospital.

Infants, young children and elderly people who face food poisoning should also be monitored more closely because they are more prone to complications than adults. People with compromised immune symptoms should also consult a doctor if just to make sure that complications do not arise that can transform the life-threatening situations.

Some cases can be fatal, such as eating fish and shellfish contaminated by red tide algae, botulism bacteria that develop in improperly manufactured and expired canned products. In these cases, the victim remember what they consume, it is advisable to consult a doctor immediately and clarify what has been eaten, when and in what quantity.

Finally, as in all cases of the disease that can be prevented by cleaning the supply of ingredients, prepare, serve and store food is always better than having to deal with the discomfort, inconvenience, pain and expense to meet food poisoning.

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