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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Walmart Supercenter, North Dupont Boulevard, Milford, DE, USA

1 week ago

I got sick after eating Horner Chili Angus Beef Chili With Beans, Taken to the hospital by ambulance after collapsing a few hours after eating and having bad diarrhea. Had nausea and vomiting at the hospital. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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PLEASE CONTACT ME if you find an attorney in Dover De. Area willing to help you...I NEED a attorney for similar event at Arbys......thank you

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BJ's Wholesale Club, Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE, USA

2 months ago

November 10, 2022, Formaggio Fresh Mozzarella The product container was a bit swollen and hard to open. The taste was also noticeably more peppery than ever before. | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less

#bjswholesaleclub #wilmington #delaware #unitedstates

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Food Lion, DE, USA

2 months ago

collard greens and very shortly after grapes
ok i cooked collard greens and very shortly after i ate grapes.within 20 minute i started having the worst stomach cramps ever!! i sat on toilet got some out,5minutes later bk on toilet with super duper cramps and running from... See More the bk. as that went on my stomach flipped and started puking from the front and the bk at same time!!! talk about horrible i started calling jesus for help and a little comfort please tell me what did i do wrong?? or what do u think happened here????? | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps See Less

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Giant Food, Bear, DE, USA

4 months ago

10/1/2022, Bridgeford pepperoni stick My husband and I are the only ones in the house that consumed some and we both have having violent stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Cramps See Less

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Burger King, 113, Georgetown, DE, USA

4 months ago

I bought the big king burger meal for lunch today and within an hour I started having dizziness,stomach cramps and nausea. Immediately afterwards I started vomiting and having chills. The diarrhea started not long after. All I wanted to do was sleep but couldn’t because the headaches... See More were so bad. It lasted throughout the day and still continue on at almost 12 am. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Headache, Dizziness, Chills See Less

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Chick-fil-A, 4657 Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark, DE 19713, United States

4 months ago

raw chicken | Symptoms: Other See Less

#chickfila #raw #newark #delaware #unitedstates #chicken

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Starbucks, Middletown, DE, USA

5 months ago

So the first episode of food poisoning from here was in June. I bought a chai frappuccino. I had bad cramps, diarrhea, bloody stool and nausea that lasted for 7 days. I went here for the first time yesterday after my last episode and I bought a... See More chai frappuccino again. A few hours after drinking it, the symptoms started again. Not as extreme this time. I've had diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. I will never go to this place again. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Bloody Stool See Less

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, North Dupont Highway, Dover, DE, USA

6 months ago

Me and my daughter ordered from there 2 days ago and have been sick nausea diarrhea and stomach pains since | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomach Pain See Less

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Taco Bell, Georgetown Plaza, Georgetown, DE, USA

6 months ago

Me and my friend went there around 9:30 pm on Wednesday the 13th, we went home and feel asleep, my friend woke up and vomited 3 times then i woke up and stood up and felt dizzy then felt sick and then I had diarrhea and we both stomach pains for an hour after that as well as being dizzy. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Dizziness See Less

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This is normal when you eat taco bell

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Food bank, DE, USA

7 months ago

I'm still off-beat feeling. Last night., Food bank. I fried a potato, are it like French fries with ketchup&old bay...they ketchup was packets from fridge&potatoes were from food bank. I had one 2 nights ago&was fine... Yes the potatoes. vomiting,diarrhea,cramps and cold sweats and shakes | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Sweating, Shaking See Less

#seaford #delaware #unitedstates #frenchfries #ketchup #potato #shake

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