{"id":3132,"date":"2023-11-23T08:59:57","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T13:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/foodpoisoning\/?p=3132"},"modified":"2023-11-20T08:01:01","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T13:01:01","slug":"what-are-the-symptoms-of-food-poisoning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/foodpoisoning\/what-are-the-symptoms-of-food-poisoning\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Symptoms of Food Poisoning?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Food poisoning symptoms can be anywhere from mild to very serious. Your symptoms may be different depending on the germ you swallowed.<\/span><\/p>\n

The most common symptoms of food poisoning<\/strong> are:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Upset stomach<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stomach cramps<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nausea<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Vomiting<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Diarrhea<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fever<\/span><\/p>\n

After you swallow an unsafe (contaminated) food or drink, it may take hours or days to develop symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have symptoms of food poisoning, such as diarrhea or vomiting, drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration (not having enough water in your body).<\/span><\/p>\n

When to See a Doctor for Food Poisoning<\/span><\/p>\n

See your doctor or healthcare provider if you have severe symptoms<\/strong>, including:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bloody diarrhea<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 High fever (temperature over 102\u00b0F, measured in your mouth)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Frequent vomiting that prevents keeping liquids down (which can lead to dehydration)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Signs of dehydration<\/strong>, including little or no urination, a very dry mouth, and throat, or feeling dizzy when standing up<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Diarrhea that lasts more than 3 days<\/span><\/p>\n

Serious Health Problems and Long-Term Effects From Food Poisoning<\/span><\/p>\n

Most people have only mild illnesses, lasting a few hours to several days. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, some people need to be hospitalized, and some illnesses cause long-term health problems or even death.<\/span><\/p>\n

Infections spread by food<\/strong> can lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Chronic arthritis<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Brain and nerve damage<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Kidney failure caused by hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)<\/span><\/p>\n

Symptoms and Sources of Common Food Poisoning Germs<\/span><\/p>\n

Some germs make you sick within a few hours after you swallow them. Others may take a few days to make you sick.<\/span><\/p>\n

This list provides the symptoms when symptoms begin, and common food sources for germs that cause food poisoning.<\/span><\/p>\n

The germs are listed in order of how quickly symptoms begin.<\/span><\/p>\n

Staphylococcus aureus (Staph)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 30 minutes to 8 hours after exposure: Nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps. Most people also have diarrhea.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Foods that are not cooked properly after being handled, such as sliced meats, puddings, pastries, and sandwiches<\/span><\/p>\n

Vibrio<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 2 to 48 hours after exposure: Watery diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting, fever, chills<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Raw or undercooked shellfish, particularly oysters<\/span><\/p>\n

Clostridium perfringens<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 6 to 24 hours after exposure: Diarrhea, stomach cramps. Usually begins suddenly and lasts for less than 24 hours. Vomiting and fever are not common.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Beef or poultry, especially large roasts; gravies; dried or pre-cooked foods<\/span><\/p>\n

Salmonella<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 6 hours to 6 days after exposure: Diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, vomiting<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Raw or undercooked chicken, turkey, and meat; eggs; unpasteurized (raw) milk and juice; raw fruits and vegetables<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Other sources: Many animals, including backyard poultry, reptiles and amphibians, and rodents (pocket pets)<\/span><\/p>\n

Norovirus<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 12 to 48 hours after exposure: Diarrhea, nausea\/stomach pain, vomiting<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Leafy greens, fresh fruits, shellfish (such as oysters), or unsafe water<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Other sources: Infected person; touching surfaces that have the virus on them<\/span><\/p>\n

Clostridium botulinum (Botulism)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 18 to 36 hours after exposure: Double or blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech.<\/span><\/p>\n

Difficulty swallowing and breathing, dry mouth. Muscle weakness and paralysis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Symptoms start in the head and move down as the illness gets worse.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Improperly canned or fermented foods, usually homemade.
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Campylobacter<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 2 to 5 days after exposure: Diarrhea (often bloody), stomach cramps\/pain, fever<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Raw or undercooked poultry, raw (unpasteurized) milk, and contaminated water<\/span><\/p>\n

E. coli (Escherichia coli)<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 3 to 4 days after exposure: Severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting. Around 5\u00ad10% of people diagnosed with E. coli develop a life-threatening health problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Raw or undercooked ground beef, raw (unpasteurized) milk and juice, raw vegetables (such as lettuce), raw sprouts, unsafe water<\/span><\/p>\n

Cyclospora<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 1 week after exposure: Watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Stomach cramps\/pain, bloating, increased gas, nausea, and fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Common food sources: Raw fruits or vegetables and herbs<\/span><\/p>\n

Listeria<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Symptoms begin 1 to 4 weeks after exposure: Pregnant women usually have a fever and other flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue and muscle aches. Infections during pregnancy can lead to serious illness or even death in newborns.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Other people (most often older adults): headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions in addition to fever and muscle aches.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common food sources: Queso fresco and other soft cheeses, raw sprouts, melons, hot dogs, p\u00e2t\u00e9s, deli meats, smoked seafood, and raw (unpasteurized) milk.<\/span><\/p>\n

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