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.

Got Food Poisoning in Tennessee, United States? What you need to know

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Sonic Drive-In, U.S. 64, Oakland, TN, USA

1 day ago

Chicken tender Salmonella Started vomiting, had diarrhea stomach pains went to children’s emergency room back and forth to the restroom had blood in stools got admitted into hospital | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Nausea, Bloody Stool See Less

#sonic #oakland #tennessee #unitedstates #hospital #diarrhea #vomiting #stomachpain #nausea #bloodystool

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Chick-fil-A, Union Avenue, Memphis, TN, USA

2 days ago

i ate 4 little kale salads from there Only me eat vegetables at my home, only me got sick, and still sick, lost two days of work
started late that night Saturday 16, October 2021 | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Other See Less

#chickfila #memphis #tennessee #unitedstates #diarrhea #nausea #vomiting

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PB

Knoxville, TN, USA

3 days ago

I ate ramen noodles and I didn’t see under the noodles was a another package. The another package was plastic. So my hot water was soaking in plastic. Will I be okay? See Less

#foodsafety #knoxville #tennessee #unitedstates

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Waffle House, Cedar Lane, Knoxville, TN, USA

4 days ago

This evening there | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea See Less

#wafflehouse #knoxville #tennessee #unitedstates #nausea #diarrhea

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Sabra Garlic hummus, Walmart Supercenter, Browns Mill Road, Johnson City, TN, USA

4 days ago

I ate hummus on 10/10 and threw up. I didn’t know it was related to the hummus until I ate it again today and threw up. Each time the vomiting occurred aprox. 8 hours after consumption | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting See Less

#walmart #johnsoncity #tennessee #unitedstates #nausea #vomiting

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P.F. Chang's, Hamilton Place Mall, Hamilton Place Boulevard, Chattanooga, TN, USA

6 days ago

I ate the gluten free Chang’s spicy chicken and gluten free fried rice. My body hated me after. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

#pfchangs #chattanooga #tennessee #unitedstates #nausea #diarrhea #vomiting

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Interstate Drive, Cookeville, TN, USA

1 week ago

About 2 hours after eating. Extreme diarrhea., I had steak burrito bowl. No lettuce or quac. | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less

#chipotlemexicangrill #cookeville #tennessee #unitedstates #diarrhea

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KS

McDonald's, East 3rd Street, Chattanooga, TN, USA

1 week ago

Milkshake | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less

#mcdonalds #chattanooga #tennessee #unitedstates #diarrhea

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KJ

Kroger Marketplace, Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, USA

1 week ago

I bought some pre-made Hawaiian roll turkey and cheese sandwiches October 12th, 2021. When I got home and ate one, I noticed it wasn't tasting right but was busy and continued to eat it thinking it was just my taste buds. When I went to grab another... See More the color of the meat was not right looking and I noticed it was a few days expired. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea See Less

#kroger #expirydate #oakridge #tennessee #unitedstates #nausea #diarrhea

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, TN, USA

1 week ago

2 got sick and the symptoms started the day after. Only those who ate it got sick
Sunday and today | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting See Less

#chipotlemexicangrill #tennessee #unitedstates #diarrhea #nausea #vomiting

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