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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Ruelle de la Rue Chaude, Hannonville-sous-les-Côtes, France

1 week ago

My daughter is sick because they served me bad pizza... | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting all night | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting See Less

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McDonald's, Zone Industrielle Nord, Altkirch, France

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Symptoms: Vomiting

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LIDL Jouy-aux-Arches - Waves Actisud, Jouy-aux-Arches, France

1 week ago

My husband and I ate a 3-cheese pizza today and both of us had severe stomach cramps about 2 hours after the meal. | Symptoms: Cramps See Less

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Chicken wings, Pro Inter Hautepierre, Rue Charles Péguy, Strasbourg, France

1 week ago

Vertige 1 person | Symptoms: Nausea See Less

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McDonald's, Avenue Marechal Joffre, Epernay, France

1 week ago

I ate only one food today: a mac Donalds and a sandwich with my children at noon, but I started having severe pain at 6 pm and then vomiting. I will never eat at this restaurant again and it is not the first time in Epernay restaurant... See More to review. Phew the children would rather play than eat and that's fine in the trash but I don't spare. | Symptoms: Vomiting, Stomach Pain See Less

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McDonald's, Rue Saint-Dizier, Nancy, France

1 week ago

The ice cream had turned and it was very thick. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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McDonald's Reims Hippodrome, Reims, France

1 week ago

The wraps, 3 order menus. 3 wraps 3 fries 3 cokes. Sandwich we couldn't finish strangely. Violent stomachache 20 min later. Taking medication for Aide and anti-vomiting. Managed to fall asleep as much as we could 2 hours later it was really very painful. And all were... See More woken up by vomiting between 4:30 and 5:30 in the morning. It was as if the body was rejecting something. | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain See Less

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