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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Hummus, Cairo, Egypt

2 days ago

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: other: Poisoning
Suspected source: Hummus
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: Less than 4 hours | Symptoms: Other See Less

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Pringles, Cairo, Egypt

2 months ago

I’m vomiting after eating Pringles | Symptoms: Vomiting See Less

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Hot and sour soup, Cairo, Egypt

2 months ago

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Stomach Pain,Cramps
Suspected source: Hot and sour soup
Onset: While eating
Duration: Continuing
Sick: Just me | Symptoms: Stomach Pain, Cramps See Less

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KFC Zayton, Helmeyet El Zayton, Ain Shams, Cairo Governorate 4541110, Egypt

2 months ago

Yesterday I ordered obligatory from Kentucky and after eating, I suffer from severe pain all over my abdomen | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain See Less

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Doritos, Cairo, Egypt

2 months ago

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Nausea
Suspected source: Doritos
Onset: 1 hour
Duration: 7 hours | Symptoms: Nausea See Less

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KFC, Cairo, Egypt

3 months ago

sick | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less

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KFC, Cairo, Egypt

3 months ago

Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Stomach Pain
Suspected source: there
Onset: When i went to sleep
Duration: Hours
Sick: 0 | Symptoms: Stomach Pain See Less

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Mango, Cairo, Egypt

3 months ago

had a mango before bed and couldnt sleep from the stomache ache | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomach Pain See Less

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Mcdonalds, Omar Ibn El-Khattab, Almazah, Heliopolis, Egypt

4 months ago

Chicken hamburger 🍔 | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

#mcdonalds #cairogovernorate #egypt #hamburger #chicken

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Pizza Hut, Cairo, Egypt

5 months ago

I bought pizza from Pizza Hut and the chicks came to me, and the pizza tasted wrong, especially the chicks made a complaint and I didn't do anything | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Something else See Less

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