How quickly does food poisoning start?

Food poisoning can begin immediately, especially if it is caused by a chemical contaminant. However, food poisoning is most commonly caused by organisms such as Norovirus or Salmonella. Onset from this type of food poisoning can range from as little as 1 hour (Staphylococcus aureus) to as long as 28 days (Hepatitis A). Learn more: Food Poisoning Timeline

What do I do if I have food poisoning?

Staying hydrated is most important. It is recommended to see a doctor if you have a high fever (temperature over 101.5 F), blood in your stool, prolonged vomiting, or dehydration. Signs of dehydration, including a decrease in urination, a dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up, or diarrheal illness that lasts more than 3 days. Learn more .

How long does food poisoning last?

Most often, food poisoning is mild and resolves without treatment within a few days. But in some cases it can last longer and may require hospitalization and medical treatment. Learn more .

What are food poisoning symptoms?

Food poisoning symptoms may range from mild to severe and can differ significantly depending of the contaminant . The most common symptoms of food poisoning are: Upset stomach Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Fever Learn More

Should I report my food poisoning?

Food poisoning should be reported. It can help to detect outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed. It also enables better surveillance of establishments that have repeat problems. Learn More.

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Chin Chin, Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 month ago

About 2 hrs after eating here, I fell severely ill with diarrhoea, vomiting and was hospitalised the next day as my symptoms worsened and I became delirious and had aches and pains all over my body | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain See Less

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Chin Chin, Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC, Australia

2 months ago

Severe bloating, vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea quite bad for about 4 hours after eating there, not sure why or if it was an additive, my husband also had an upset stomach. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Bloating See Less

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Parco Ramen Yatai, 427 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

7 months ago

Just now , Maybe the ramen place here, also got my breakfast at Brown Bagel Shop | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea See Less

#melbourne #victoria #australia #ramen #bagel

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7-Eleven Collins St, Collins Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

I got a chicken sandwich at 11:15 pm on my break from work, by 11:30 pm I had thrown up in the bathroom and have continued to be sick multiple times the following evening and morning. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Woolworths QV, Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

I had ocean blue smoked salmon, ocean blue Surimi Sea stick, kale salad, and Remedy organic kombucha for dinner. All purchased from there. 2 hrs after I had dinner, I started getting severe food poisoning with diarrhoea and vomiting for the whole night until the next morning. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Chin Chin, Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

Dont know but I am vegetarian I went with my partner and 2 kids but I am only vegetarian so I started feeling sick probably 20-30 minutes after having dinner.
After eating at restaurant | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting See Less

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Guzman y Gomez, Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

Ate it, immediate felt off, and eventually got bloated and had diarrhea. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Other, Bloating See Less

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Woolworths Metro Bourke Street, Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

Thai beef sald Just me, about 12 hours after eating symptoms showed. It has been there for about 3 days. It happened Wednesday evening, | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less

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Box Seafood Restaurant, Collins Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

Dinner last night Had dinner last night 8pm seafood platter 2 of us only 1 sick as we ate different things from the platter. Woke up 6:30 vomitting and feeling extremely unwell | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Fever, Vomiting See Less

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Mad Mex Fresh Mexican, Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

1 year ago

Pork Burrito | Symptoms: Nausea See Less

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