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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Hot Chocolate, Walmart Supercenter, 5680 Hammonds Mill Rd, Martinsburg, WV 25404, United States

1 week ago

When I come home from work, I make two cups of your hot chocolate. Two hours later my stomach starts hurting and feel sick. Then the pain hits me again to where I need to go the bathroom Now! Set on the toilet in time with diarrhea.... See More There are time that I couldn't make it to the toilet in time. I stop drinking the hot chocolate and I'm find! | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Stomach Pain See Less

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Red Grapes, Walmart Supercenter, Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg, WV, USA

1 month ago

My 3 year old ate red Grapes this afternoon and has thrown up 6 times and can’t keep any fluids down. 😩 | Symptoms: Vomiting See Less

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Domino's Pizza, Winchester Avenue, Martinsburg, WV, USA

2 months ago

Their pasta, It happened on Sunday | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting See Less

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg, WV, USA

2 months ago

sick | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea See Less

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Sheetz, Edwin Miller Boulevard, Martinsburg, WV, USA

3 months ago

I have stopped here regularly to charge my Tesla. Purchased a remade turkey sandwich. This is the only food item I ate that my wife did not, within at least 48 hours of getting sick.

I was horribly ill for over 5 days. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Panda Express, Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg, WV, USA

4 months ago

My husband and 7 year old son ate lunch on Saturday Sept 10th. He got the fake chicken and rice. And my son got the orange chicken and rice. Both were vomiting for two days, with fever and diarrhea. | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fever See Less

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Weis Markets, Enterprise Circle, Martinsburg, WV, USA

6 months ago

Tomatoes | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea See Less

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Chick-fil-A, Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg, WV, USA

7 months ago

I think it was the chicken biscuit I ate at this place on Monday.I thought it was slightly under cooked when I ate there. Stomach ache for two days was another symptom | Symptoms: Other, Diarrhea, Headache, Weakness, Stomach Pain See Less

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Ledo Pizza, Retail Commons Parkway, Martinsburg, WV, USA

7 months ago

Yesterday, Chicken broccoli Fettuccine Alfredo from here | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting See Less

#martinsburg #westvirginia #unitedstates #pizza #fettuccine #broccoli #alfredo #chicken

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McDonald's, Hammonds Mill Road, Martinsburg, WV, USA

8 months ago

Yesterday, I ate here I was fine til I ate here on 5/31/2023z. About 3 hours later I was sick. Throwing up, diarrhea, horrible stomach pains. I was up most of the night and was sent home from work on June 1 2023 | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, Vomiting See Less

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