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Potbelly Sandwich Shop, North Orchard Road, Aurora, IL, USA

2 years ago

1720 North Orchard Road, Aurora, 60506 Illinois, United States

Had a sandwhich here, the BLTA. About an hour after eating it i was hit by diarrhea and stomach cramps. Not too sure what happened since my other friends didn't get sick like me. They ordered different things. A day after and i have the worst nausea and headache ever. stomach still feels all gross... :( | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps, Headache

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